An SD Camera Card fell into the passenger defroster vent, how do I get it out?

Tiny
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A SD Camera Card fell into the passenger defroster vent of my vehicle, and I was looking for some help getting it out. I already checked the blower motor and filter and didn't see it in there. Any help would be appreciated.
Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022 AT 2:28 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

It is possible that the SD card is stuck inside the duct.
In order to find it you will have to remove the duct.
Which does require the upper part of the dash to be removed.

I have attached the defrost duct removal/install procedure below.

Let me know of any questions.
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Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022 AT 9:36 PM
Tiny
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One can not browse the pictures which would make it more quicker to understand the solution how retrieve things fallin into air vent.
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Thursday, January 8th, 2026 AT 9:40 AM
Tiny
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There is no easy way, you must disassemble the HVAC system until the object is found.
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Friday, January 9th, 2026 AT 8:45 AM

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