Hi everyone

Im replacing the passanger side actuator. The one that needs the dashboard removed .
Everything worked out well with removing the dash but once I get to actuator I cant see how to remove the 3 bolts holding it
I saw a video showing a 8 wrench which was grinded to make it slim to fit in and with lot of patience you may remove it . Then same pain to install
Is there a different way that gives you clearance enough where a ratchet can be used
Thanks

 

You have 2 options really... one is to just reach your hand back there blindly and feel for the bolts, then unscrew them using a grinded down wrench (this is what I did). It seems daunting but it is really not that hard, it just takes some patience. Or, your other option is to cut the air vent, then repair it after.

 

The actuator is behind this vent

This is the location as seen from the glove box

Remove this vent in order to make enough room to fit your hand behind the duct

Grinded down wrench

 

Thank you Hummer .

I just finished and it wasn't too bad .

I spent more time grinding the wrench than replacing the actuator

Really I dont understand why shops charge outrageous prices (700) for this

It took me 2 -3 hr total .

I would be able to donit in 1.5 if got to do it again


Also notice there is only 2 screws holding the actuator

Two on each side . Front of actuator there is a guide not a screw




Thank you again for the help

 

Great posts !!