Blower Motor: Service and Repair

CAUTION:
- All SRS electrical wiring harnesses are covered with yellow outer insulation.
- Before disconnecting the SRS wire harness, install the short connector(s) on the airbag(s).
- Replace the entire affected SRS harness assembly if it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.







BLOWER UNIT REMOVAL
1. Remove the glove box.
2. Remove the glove box frame.

WITHOUT AIR CONDITIONING







3-a. Remove the three self-tapping screws and remove the heater duct.







3-b. Remove the three blower unit mounting nuts, then disconnect the three remaining connectors and remove the blower unit.

WITH AIR CONDITIONING







3-a. Pull back the carpet and remove the kick panel. Remove the four ECM bracket mounting nuts. Disconnect the five connectors and remove the ECM and bracket.







3-b. Remove the clamp and two screws, then remove the two-piece cover.







3-c. Remove the two bands as shown.
Remove the two screws and three blower unit mounting nuts.
Disconnect the three remaining connectors, and pull the blower unit away from its mounts, and "roll" the front of it down as you remove it.







BLOWER UNIT OVERHAUL
Refer to illustration for component locations and replacement, noting the following:
- Before reassembly, make sure that the recirculation control doors and linkage move smoothly without binding.
- When reattaching the recirculation control motor, make sure its positioning will not allow the recirculation control doors to be pulled too far. Attach the recirculation control motor and all linkage, then apply battery voltage and watch the recirculation control doors movement. If necessary, loosen the holding screw and move the recirculation control motor up or down.







CONTROL ROD ADJUSTMENT
Connect the recirculation control motor connector to the main wire harness and turn the FRE/REC switch to "REC". Hold the recirculation control doors closed, then connect the control rod to the clip on the arm.







BLOWER UNIT INSTALLATION
Install the blower unit in the reverse order of removal, then turn it on and make sure no air leaks from its seams.

NOTE: When installing the glove box frame, the flap which covers the end of it is installed with double-sided adhesive tape.