Where is the heater blower motor located?
Locate the blower motor. On most vehicles, it will be located inside the engine bay along the firewall on the passenger side of the vehicle. On some vehicles, it may be located inside the passenger compartment, below the dash on the passenger side of the vehicle.
How long does it take to replace a heater blower motor?
This is around a 4 hour job by an experienced Tech. At home, by a Novice with decent skills, about 5 hours plus!
How much should it cost to replace a blower motor?
Cost to Replace Central or Forced Air Blower Motor Replacing a blower motor costs $450 on average with a typical range of $250 to $800. With a warranty, you might pay as little as $150 for labor alone. For high-end models, like those with large motors or access issues, you might pay as much as $2,000.
Is it okay to drive with a bad blower motor?
A bad heater blower motor will not affect the safety of your car, with the possible exception of you not being able to clear the windshield of snow, ice, or condensation if the defrosters don’t work. But you won’t be comfortable inside your car, especially during the cold of winter and the heat of summer.
How much does it cost to replace a blower motor?
How do you replace the blower motor on a Dodge Ram?
Once the wire harness has been disconnect and the rubber hose unplugged, there are only three bolts holding the blower motor up. Use a Phillips screwdriver or ratchet with 8mm socket to remove the three mounting bolts. You may need to switch between the two tools if the bolts are difficult to remove.
What happens when you change the fuse on a heater blower?
If the fuse is blown, replace it and then try the blower. If the fuse blows right away, your car may have a bad blower motor or some other problem in the system. If the blower works when you change the fuse, you may not be out of the woods yet. When the motor gets old and tired it will draw more current through the wires than a new motor.
When to replace a heater blower motor switch or relay?
When the motor gets old and tired it will draw more current through the wires than a new motor. It may still draw enough current to blow the fuse after it runs for a while. In that case, a motor replacement is in order. Step 1: Disconnect the battery. Put on your safety glasses and disconnect the battery at the negative cable.
What should I do if my engine blower is not working?
With the key still in the off position, plug the relay back into the slot. Turn on the key and try the blower. Some relays may not activate until the car is running and have a built in delay so you may need to start the engine and wait a few seconds to see if your repair was successful.
If the fuse is blown, replace it and then try the blower. If the fuse blows right away, your car may have a bad blower motor or some other problem in the system. If the blower works when you change the fuse, you may not be out of the woods yet. When the motor gets old and tired it will draw more current through the wires than a new motor.
When the motor gets old and tired it will draw more current through the wires than a new motor. It may still draw enough current to blow the fuse after it runs for a while. In that case, a motor replacement is in order. Step 1: Disconnect the battery. Put on your safety glasses and disconnect the battery at the negative cable.
How do you replace a fan switch on a heater?
Replacing the fan switch begins by removing the knob. Most of the time the knob just pulls off, but sometimes it’s a little more tricky. Carefully inspect the knob all around using your inspection mirror to look underneath.
With the key still in the off position, plug the relay back into the slot. Turn on the key and try the blower. Some relays may not activate until the car is running and have a built in delay so you may need to start the engine and wait a few seconds to see if your repair was successful.