Air distribution control cable block (Focus 1)

Removal

CAUTION: Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Section 414-01 for additional information.

1. Remove the radio/cassette player and CD player (if equipped). Refer to Section 415-01 for additional information.

2. Remove the socket with the heater/air conditioning control panel.



3. Remove the socket with the heater/air conditioning control panel (continued).

• Disconnect the seven electrical connectors (six shown).

4.

NOTE: To remove the Bowden cables, turn the rotary switches all the way to the left.

Remove the socket with the heater/air conditioning control panel (continued).

• Release the Bowden cables.

5. Remove the passenger side footwell lower trim panel.





6. Release and remove the air distribution cables.



7. Release and remove the temperature control cables.

• Release and remove the temperature control cables.

Installation

1.

NOTE: Lay out new Bowden cables without twisting them and make sure they are easily accessible.

NOTE: To install the Bowden cables, turn the rotary switches all the way to the left. The mechanism will engage easily in this position.

NOTE: The Bowden cables are identical for right-hand and left-hand drive vehicles, although they connect to the choke actuator on opposite sides.

Install the elements back in place in reverse order.

2. Check the operation of the Bowden cables.