Air conditioning

Power module

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LEFT-HAND DRIVE

Tightening torques

battery cover screw 0.4 daN.m

The power module controls the fan motor speed according to the requirements determined by the control system.

It is accessed from underneath the dashboard.

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REMOVAL

  • Disconnect the battery, starting with the negative terminal.
  • Remove the trim panel at (1).
  • Disconnect the electrical connection (2).
  • Remove:
  • the accelerator pedal connector (3),
  • the two power module connectors (4),
  • the power module screw (5).
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  • Remove the power module (the power module is held by lugs).

INSTALLATION

  • Connect the power module connectors.
  • Refit in the reverse order of removal.
WARNING

Connect the battery; carry out the necessary relearn procedures (Chapter Battery).

  • Torque the battery cover screws (0.4 daN.m).

RIGHT-HAND DRIVE

Tightening torques

battery cover screw 0.4 daN.m

The power module controls the fan motor speed according to the requirements determined by the control system.

REMOVAL

  • Disconnect the battery, starting with the negative terminal.
  • Remove the front passenger-side sill trim (upper part).
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  • Remove the passenger-side dashboard side panel.
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  • Remove the screws (1).
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  • Unclip the clip (3) located behind the bonnet release lever bracket.
  • Disengage the duct (4).
  • Lift the duct (5).
  • Remove the air distribution duct.
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  • Remove:
  • the brake pedal switch located at (7),
  • the connector screws (6),
  • the two power module connectors (8),
  • the power module screw.
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  • Remove the power module (the power module is held by lugs).

INSTALLATION

Note:
  • The brake pedal switch has automatic adjustment that adapts to the pedal position.
  • Before refitting the switch, set it to its fully extended position by pulling on the plunger.
  • Position the switch in its housing and turn it a quarter turn clockwise.
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  • Reconnect the power module connectors.
  • Refit in the reverse order of removal.
  • Reshape the air duct by working through the air outlet holes and applying hand pressure perpendicular to the fold.
WARNING

Connect the battery; carry out the necessary relearn procedures (Chapter Battery).

  • Torque the battery cover screws (0.4 daN.m).

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