Climate control panel on my car is pushed in slightly at the bottom

Tiny
DLW7577
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The A/C works so no problems there. How do I move the panel back into place?
Thursday, September 9th, 2021 AT 1:29 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

There are 4 screws that attach the HVAC control module to the trim plate. The trim plate is not screwed in place, but rather uses clips to attach it to the dash.

If you look at the first two pics below, they explain how to remove the trim plate (very vague, so let me know if you have questions). Pics 3 and 4 are for the replacement of the module. You aren't replacing it, but I included this so you can see where the screws are located.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
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Thursday, September 9th, 2021 AT 6:04 PM
Tiny
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The question was for an Encore, not an Enclave. The images show for an Enclave, which is a different design from the Encore.
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Monday, April 28th, 2025 AT 12:21 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Sorry about that, here is the HVAC control removal instructions which looks like you need to remove some of the dashboard trim panels to remove. Check out the images (below). Let us know how it goes.
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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 AT 9:34 AM

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