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How to replace A/C Control Module on a '03 Malibu

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Old July 18th, 2007, 10:36 AM
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Default How to replace A/C Control Module on a '03 Malibu

I'm faced with replacing my A/C control module on my '03 Malibu, yet again. The first time was under warranty at 29,300. Now I have 91,000 on the odometer and it's on the fritz again. I'm pretty good w/ a wrench so I was wondering how difficult it would be to replace something like this. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
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Remove the control unit and clean the contacts in the control unit (the fan speed switch)and it will work like new.
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Ken5599,

Thank you very much for the info. To be clear, my A/C works. The compressor just switches on and off intermittently as well as the vent position switching from recycled air mode to outside air on its own. Removing the A/C control panel and cleaning the contacts on the fan speed switch will remedy this?
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It worked! Thanks again!
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I had the same problem where I had to slap the dash to get it to go on several times an hour. I removed it from the dash and put #2 graphite pencil on the copper contacts behind the switches. (circular contacts.) It worked!!! Saved sever hundred dollars on buying many "recommended" parts. Service dealer:0 Me:1
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