How to Replace the Fan Control Panel on My 1988 Nissan Pathfinder

Iskandar Blogger 5:18 PM

The fan control panel, also known as the A/C unit, of your 1998 Nissan Pathfinder is the device that allows you to control the temperature and power of the air conditioning in your vehicle. If you need to replace the A/C unit, you can do so by simply removing the A/C unit's fasteners, pulling the unit out, and installing a new one. It shouldn't take more than 20 minutes.

Instructions

    1

    Open the Pathfinder's hood and disconnect its battery with a socket wrench.

    2

    Remove the securing screws from the central dash's trim panel with a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the trim panel off.

    3

    Remove the four securing screws from the A/C unit using a Phillips screwdriver. Pull the unit out towards you.

    4

    Locate the connector at the rear of the unit and disconnect it by pulling it off. Remove the A/C unit from the vehicle.

    5

    Install a replacement unit into the central dash and reconnect the A/C unit's connector.

    6

    Reattach the screws and the trim panel. Reattach the trim panel's screws and reconnect the battery. Close the Pathfinder's hood.