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HVAC System - Automatic: Removal & Installation Cadillac SRX II facelift

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HVAC Component Replacement Reference

Component Code / Schematic NameRepair Instruction Name
A20 Radio/HVAC ControlsRadio Control Assembly Replacement
B1 A/C Refrigerant Pressure SensorAir Conditioning (A/C) Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement
B108 Air Quality SensorAmbient Air Quality Sensor Replacement
B10B Ambient Light/Sunload Sensor
B39 A/C Evaporator Temperature SensorEvaporator Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
B7C Air Temperature Sensor - Duct Lower AuxiliaryDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower
B7D Air Temperature Sensor - Duct Left LowerDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Left Side
B7E Air Temperature Sensor - Duct Right LowerDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Right Side
B7G Air Temperature Sensor - Duct Upper AuxiliaryDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper
B7H Air Temperature Sensor - Duct Left UpperDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Left Side
B7J Air Temperature Sensor Duct-Right UpperDuct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Right Side
K33 HVAC Control ModuleHeater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement
K33A HVAC Control Module - AuxiliaryHeater and Air Conditioning and Radio Control Module Replacement
K8 Blower Motor Control ModuleHeater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement
K8A Blower Motor Control Module - AuxiliaryAuxiliary Heater and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement
M37 Mode Door ActuatorMode Control Cam Actuator Replacement
M37B Mode Door Actuator - AuxiliaryAuxiliary Mode Valve Actuator Replacement
M46 Air Recirculation Door ActuatorAir Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side , or Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side
M6B Air Temperature Door Actuator - AuxiliaryAuxiliary Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement
M6L Air Temperature Door Actuator - LeftTemperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side
M6R Air Temperature Door Actuator - RightTemperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side
M8 Blower MotorBlower Motor Replacement
M8B Blower Motor - AuxiliaryAuxiliary Blower Motor Replacement
Q2 A/C Compressor ClutchAir Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LFX)
Q46 A/C Compressor Solenoid ValveAir Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LFX)

HVAC Component Replacement Reference

HVAC Control Module Replacement

When replacing or disconnecting the HVAC control module, it will be necessary to perform a recalibration process. When installing or reconnecting the HVAC control module, be sure to perform the following

Preferred Method (with Scan Tool)

Note. Do not adjust any controls on the HVAC control module while the HVAC control module is self-calibrating. If interrupted, improper HVAC performance will result.

  1. Ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the scan tool.
  3. Install/connect the HVAC control module.
  4. Connect all previously disconnected components.
  5. Start the vehicle.
  6. With the scan tool, initiate the HVAC Actuators Learn feature of the HVAC control module Special Functions menu.
  7. Operate system and verify that no DTCs have set as current DTCs.
  8. If DTC B101E 4B is set after attempting the actuator recalibration procedure, perform the following: Verify which actuator does not have a scan tool learn status parameter status of complete. Verify the unlearned actuator is physically rotating - A common cause of DTC B101E 4B is an actuator that is electrically OK but fails to physically rotate (e.g. stripped gears). If the unlearned actuator is not physically rotating, replace the actuator, otherwise replace the HVAC control module.

Alternate Method (without Scan Tool)

  1. Clear all DTCs.
  2. Ignition OFF.
  3. Install/connect the HVAC control module.
  4. Connect all previously disconnected components.
  5. Remove the HVAC control module fuse for a minimum of 10 s.
  6. Install the HVAC control module fuse.
  7. Start the vehicle.
  8. Wait 40 s for the HVAC control module to self-calibrate.

Actuator Replacement

When replacing an HVAC actuator it will be necessary to allow the HVAC control module to perform a recalibration process. When installing an HVAC actuator be sure to perform one of the following

Preferred Method (with Scan Tool)

  1. Clear all DTCs.
  2. Ignition OFF.
  3. Install the HVAC actuator.
  4. Connect all previously disconnected components.
  5. Start the vehicle.
  6. With the scan tool, initiate the HVAC Actuators Relearn feature of the HVAC control module Special Functions menu.
  7. Operate system and verify that no DTCs have set as current DTCs.
  8. If DTC B101E 4B is set after attempting the actuator recalibration procedure, perform the following: Verify which actuator does not have a scan tool learn status parameter status of complete. Verify the unlearned actuator is physically rotating - A common cause of DTC B101E 4B is an actuator that is electrically OK but fails to physically rotate (e.g. stripped gears). If the unlearned actuator is not physically rotating, replace the actuator, otherwise replace the HVAC control module.

Alternate Method (without Scan Tool)

  1. Clear all DTCs.
  2. Ignition OFF.
  3. Install the HVAC actuator.
  4. Connect all previously disconnected components.
  5. Remove the HVAC control module fuse for a minimum of 10 s.
  6. Install the HVAC control module fuse.
  7. Start the vehicle.
  8. Wait 40 s for the HVAC control module to self-calibrate.

Scheme 52

Scheme 52: Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the radio assembly. Refer to Radio Replacement .
1Heater and Air Conditioning Remote Control Procedure Disconnect the control harness electrical connectors. Release the retainers in order to remove the control. Program the control module. Refer to Control Module References .

Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement

Scheme 53

Scheme 53: Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel compartment . Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement . Disconnect the heater and blower and air conditioning control module electrical connectors.
1Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module Screws (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement

Scheme 54

Scheme 54: Auxiliary Heater and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement . Disconnect the auxiliary heater and blower and air conditioning control module electrical connectors.
1Auxiliary Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module Screws (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Auxiliary Heater and Blower and Air Conditioning Control Module
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Auxiliary Heater and Air Conditioning Control Module Replacement

Scheme 55

Scheme 55: Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the Instrument Panel Assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Removal . Remove the inside air inlet actuator- Left. Refer to Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side .
1Air Inlet Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Air Inlet Valve Actuator Procedure Disconnect the air inlet valve actuator electrical connector. TIP: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side

Scheme 56

Scheme 56: Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the Instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Removal . Remove the inside air inlet actuator- Left. Refer to Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side .
1Air Inlet Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Air Inlet Valve Actuator Procedure Disconnect the air inlet valve actuator electrical connector. TIP: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side

Scheme 57

Scheme 57: Mode Control Cam Actuator Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the instrument panel side trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Side Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side . Remove the driver knee bolster panel. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Panel Replacement . Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
1Mode Cam Actuator Cover Screw (Qty: 1) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Disconnect the mode actuator electrical connector. Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Mode Cam Actuator Cover.
3Mode Cam Actuator Gears
4Mode Cam Actuator Screw (Qty: 2) Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
5Mode Cam Actuator NOTE: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE
Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.

Mode Control Cam Actuator Replacement

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the mode came gear cover screw (1) and cover (2).
  2. Remove the mode cam gear actuator screws (1) and separate the actuator (2) from the HVAC module.
  3. Disconnect the mode cam gear actuator electrical connector.
  4. Remove the mode cam gear (1) from the HVAC module.
  5. For alignment purposes, remove both cam gear levers (2).
  6. If the valve gears (3) are damaged, remove them from the HVAC module and discard.

Installation Procedure

  1. If the valve gears were removed or replaced, install them onto the HVAC module.
  2. Rotate the defroster gear clockwise (1) as far as it will go, and install the lever by engaging a gear tooth into the rightmost lever gap (2).
  3. Rotate the heater door gear clockwise (1) as far as it will go, and install the lever by engaging a gear tooth into the rightmost lever gap (2).
  4. Install the mode cam into position on the levers.
  5. Continue to push the mode cam onto the case and rotate left and/or right until an audible click is heard locking the mode cam in place.
  6. Rotate the mode cam from stop to stop (1). It should rotate completely without binding. If the mode does not rotate from stop to stop, then remove the mode came and levers and repeat steps 2-6.
  7. Place the mode cam actuator and gear assembly (2) on the HVAC module and install the screws (1) and tighten to 1.7 N.m (5 lb in).
  8. Connect the mode cam actuator electrical connector.
  9. Install the cam gear cover (1) and screw (2).

Scheme 58

Scheme 58: Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side .
1Temperature Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Temperature Valve Actuator Procedure Disconnect the temperature actuator electrical connector. TIP: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Right Side

Scheme 59

Scheme 59: Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side
Call outComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
1Temperature Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 (13 lb in)
2Temperature Valve Actuator Procedures Disconnect the temperature actuator electrical connector. Perform the actuator re-calibration procedure. Refer to Actuator Recalibration
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side

Scheme 60

Scheme 60: Auxiliary Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove front floor console extension. Refer to Front Floor Console Extension Replacement
1Auxiliary Temperature Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Auxiliary Temperature Valve Actuator Procedure Disconnect the temperature actuator electrical connector. TIP: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Auxiliary Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement

Scheme 61

Scheme 61: Auxiliary Mode Valve Actuator Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove front floor console extension. Refer to Front Floor Console Extension Replacement
1Inside Air Valve Actuator Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2Inside Air Valve Actuator Procedure Disconnect the recirculation actuator electrical connector. TIP: Actuator is self-calibrating when connecting the battery.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Auxiliary Mode Valve Actuator Replacement

Scheme 62

Scheme 62: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the left front floor console extension. Refer to Front Floor Console Extension Replacement .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor - Auxiliary Upper Procedures Disconnect the auxiliary upper duct air temperature sensor connector. To remove the auxiliary upper duct air temperature sensor, turn the auxiliary upper duct air temperature sensor counter clock wise a quarter of a turn.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper

Scheme 63

Scheme 63: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . Remove the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Removal .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor- Upper Right Side Procedure Disconnect the air temperature sensor electrical connector. Twist and pull the upper air temperature sensor from the HVAC module assembly.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Right Side

Scheme 64

Scheme 64: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Left Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Removal .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement- Upper Left Side Procedure Disconnect the air temperature sensor electrical connector. Twist and pull the lower air temperature sensor from the HVAC module assembly.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Upper Left Side

Scheme 65

Scheme 65: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the auxiliary blower motor assembly. Refer to Auxiliary Blower Motor Replacement .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor - Auxiliary Lower Procedures Disconnect the auxiliary lower duct air temperature sensor connector. To remove the auxiliary lower duct air temperature sensor, turn the auxiliary lower duct air temperature sensor counter clock wise a quarter of a turn.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower

Scheme 66

Scheme 66: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Left Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove instrument panel insulator panel- left side. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor- Lower Left Side Procedure Disconnect the air temperature sensor electrical connector. Twist and pull the lower duct air temperature sensor from the HVAC module assembly.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Left Side

Scheme 67

Scheme 67: Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement .
1Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement- Lower Right Side Procedure Disconnect the duct air temperature sensor electrical connector. Twist and pull the duct air temperature sensor from the HVAC module assembly.

Duct Air Temperature Sensor Replacement - Lower Right Side

Scheme 68

Scheme 68: Ambient Air Quality Sensor Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
1Ambient Air Quality Sensor Procedures Unsnap the ambient air quality sensor and move it forward. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Ambient Air Quality Sensor Replacement

Scheme 69

Scheme 69: Inside Air Temperature Sensor Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove auxiliary blower motor. Refer to Auxiliary Blower Motor Replacement . Disconnect the inside air temperature sensor electrical connectors.
1Inside AirTemperature Sensor Procedure Disconnect the duct air temperature sensor electrical connector. Twist and pull the duct air temperature sensor from the HVAC module assembly.

Inside Air Temperature Sensor Replacement

Scheme 70

Scheme 70: Inside Air Moisture and Windshield Temperature Sensor Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the inside rearview mirror mount cover Inside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
1Inside Air Moisture and Windshield Temperature Sensor Retainer Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector Release the inside air moisture and windshield temperature sensor retainer.

Inside Air Moisture and Windshield Temperature Sensor Replacement