[overplayed]

I get to replace the HCV again today. The first time I did it a few years back, I removed the plenum. Is it easier to remove the cover under the windshield wipers?

 

[retho78]

Hello!

Please see my HCV modification thread below. I did this few years ago and it has been really easy to replace when it goes bad. I don't have the car anymore but thought this mod will help you someway. Also, since this mod, it has only gone bad once due to a minor crack on the plastic and I changed it in 10 minutes using a line clamp set tool (see below) to clamp the hoses.

http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...ron-forum/184451-98-catera-hcv-relocated.html


Line clamp tool set

http://www.harborfreight.com/3-piece-line-clamp-set-97578.html




Thanks.

 

[overplayed]

But which way is easier to go to get at it in the factory location?

 

[retho78]

You could take the wipers and the cover off and try that way. Also, another option is to access through the passenger side cabin filter. There is a side cover that is secured by two bolts, once you remove that there is a little hole to get to the HCV. This is only if you don't want to remove the upper intake to get to it.