Blower Motor: Service and Repair

Blower Motor Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the 2 retainers from the powertrain control module (PCM) close out panel (1) below the instrument panel (I/P) compartment door.
2. Swing the PCM close out panel (1) down.




3. Open the I/P compartment.
4. Push in on both sides of the I/P compartment in order to release the safety catches.
5. Remove the I/P compartment door assembly from the I/P.




6. Remove the 2 PCM bracket fasteners.




7. Pull the PCM (2) with brackets (3) toward you and swing both down away from under the I/P.
8. Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.
9. Remove the blower motor cooling tube.




10. Remove the 3 bolts (2) and the blower motor and fan (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the blower motor and fan (1) to the vehicle. Secure with the 3 bolts (2).

Tighten the bolts (2) to 10 N.m (89 lb in)

2. Install the blower motor cooling tube.
3. Connect the blower motor electrical connector.
4. Swing the PCM (2) with bracket (3) up in position under the I/P.




5. Secure the PCM to the I/P with the 2 fasteners.

Tighten the 2 fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




6. Install the I/P compartment door into the I/P.




7. Swing the close out panel (1) up under the PCM.
Secure the close out panel (1) to the PCM with the 2 retainers.