Where is the AC blower motor relay?

Locate your vehicle’s blower motor relay. In the vast majority of vehicles, you can access the relay through the glove compartment.

How do I know if my blower motor relay is bad?

Symptoms of a bad heater blower motor resistor

1. Fan does not work at all, so no air comes out of the vents.
2. Fan only works on some speeds and not others.
3. Fan only works on the highest speed.
4. Fan runs all the time and can’t be controlled with the fan switch.
5. You see smoke coming out of the vents.

Why is my air conditioner on but not blowing air?

The most common problems that cause a lack of airflow include frozen coils, broken fan and restricted airflow due to dirty air filters or vent obstruction. However, there are many other issues that can lead to minimal airflow, so it may be necessary to ask the professionals.

What causes a blower motor resistor to go out?

In most cases, a blower motor resistor fails due to corrosion or overheating. Sometimes, the mechanical resistance to the motor rotation causes an excessive electric current that can overheat and prematurely damage the blower motor resistor.

How do I know if I have blower motor or resistor?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Heater Blower Motor Resistor

1. Blower motor stuck on one speed. A common symptom of a faulty blower motor resistor is a blower motor that is stuck on one setting.
2. Blower motor does not work on certain settings.
3. No air from the vehicle’s vents.

How can I find the correct blower motor relay?

Locating the correct relay can be tricky. Look for terms such as a blower, AC, or cooling fan relay on your schematics to point you in the right direction. Bring your damaged relay with you to the automotive or electronics shop to ensure you’re getting the right part for your blower motor.

Where do I find the blower motor fuse?

While replacement is easy, the exact location of your blower motor fuse may vary from vehicle to vehicle. Locate your vehicle’s blower motor relay. In the vast majority of vehicles, you can access the relay through the glove compartment. Open the glove box and empty its contents.

Where is the under hood motor relay located?

The blower motor relay is located in the under hood power distribution center and is simply labeled “Blower.” It will only take a few minutes to inspect and replace the relay if necessary.

What to do if your heater fan relay is not working?

Put everything back together the way it came and re-program the code into the radio if needed. If you’ve checked the fuse panel, and the fan motor doesn’t run at all, or if it runs only on the lower speeds, the blower motor relay may be at fault. Relays are used to carry electrical loads that are too large for conventional switches.

How does the relay work in a blower motor?

In a blower motor, the relay supplies the power that allows the fans to circulate warmed air. Essentially an on/off switch, the blower motor relay’s reactions start and end the heating process in HVAC systems by controlling the flow of current between the power source and the motor.

Put everything back together the way it came and re-program the code into the radio if needed. If you’ve checked the fuse panel, and the fan motor doesn’t run at all, or if it runs only on the lower speeds, the blower motor relay may be at fault. Relays are used to carry electrical loads that are too large for conventional switches.

Where is the blower control switch on the dashboard?

The blower control switch on the dashboard controls the circuit flow of the blower motor to adjust the voltage from low, to medium, to medium-high, to high. When on high, the circuit bypasses the blower resistor.

Why does my blower motor keep blowing fuses?

Relays are a vital protection against electrical surges. When the relay receives a jolt of strong current or simply cannot manage and distribute its load, it will send excess current into the fuse. This forces a shutdown which protects the entire system from electrical damage. Thus, blown fuses could be a sign of relay issues.