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Center Vent Removal Procedure
Project: Center Vent Removal Procedure
Models:
  • 2007 Nissan Altima
  • 2008 Nissan Altima
  • 2009 Nissan Altima
  • 2010 Nissan Altima
  • 2011 Nissan Altima

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect both battery terminals.

2. Place a suitable trim tool on the upper point at the middle of the center ventilator grilles (grilles) as seen in Figure

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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3. Insert the trim tool until it contacts (bottoms out) on top of the duct

a. Make sure the tool is in front of the instrument panel skin and substrate

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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4. Pull the trim tool rearward (away from the windshield) to start removing the grilles

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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5. Carefully pull evenly on the grilles until you are sure all A and B clips are completely unclipped

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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6. Remove the grilles by continuing to pull evenly on both sides

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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7. Before re-installation, be sure that the face plate C clips and ducts of the grilles are properly secured together

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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8. Push evenly and straight in on the grilles

a. Make sure all clips are completely secured by checking for gaps.

Nissan Altima Center Vent Removal Procedure
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