How to Replace Blower Motor in Your Vehicle

Your blower motor is the fan that moves air into the cabin of your vehicle. Your heater, defroster and air conditioner all depend on the blower motor to function properly. When your vehicle is not pushing air through the vents, you may need to replace your blower motor.

Tools & Materials

Safety Glasses Safety Glasses

Gloves Gloves

Power Torque Tool Set Tool Set

Screwdriver Screwdriver

Blower Motor Blower Motor

Flashlight Flashlight

How to Replace Blower Motor

We're working on a Dodge Journey. In this case the blower motor is located under the glove box. Your blower motor location may vary depending on your vehicle's manufacturer. If you're not completely comfortable doing the job yourself, we'd be happy to recommend a professional technician in your area.
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Disconnect the negative battery terminal and remove the cover under your passenger glove box
Step 1: Prepare the vehicle
Start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal, and set it aside someplace where it isn’t touching metal. If applicable, remove the passenger-side floor mat. Typically there is a plastic cover underneath your glove box. Detach the cover from the bottom of the lower dash—it’s usually held in place by screws or clips.

Do It Right: Be careful around the footwell light, if your vehicle has one.

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Remove the blower motor by removing the wires and unscrewing.
Step 2: Remove the blower motor
The blower motor will be attached at the bottom of the plastic climate control unit, usually with screws. Disconnect the wires from the blower motor. Remove the screws holding the blower motor to the climate control unit. Carefully slide the motor out of the housing—there will be a plastic wheel on the far side of the motor.

Do It Right: These wheels can be brittle, so be careful when handling—if any pieces come off the wheel, it can lose balance and cause dashboard vibration.
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Remove the spring clip and transfer the plastic wheel to the new motor
Step 3: If applicable, remove the spring clip and transfer the plastic wheel to the new motor
Once the motor is removed, if you need to transfer the plastic wheel to the new motor, remove the spring clip on the end of the motor shaft. Be careful not to lose the spring clip—it’s typically a part you can only get from a dealer. Gently work the plastic wheel off of the shaft. If a transfer of the blower wheel is needed, inspect it carefully for any damage. If you find any damage, you should replace it now. Most Murray blower motors come with the plastic blower wheel included (as shown in the picture).
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Reinstall the motor in reverse of how you removed it
Step 4: Reinstall the motor
Reinstall the motor into the climate control unit. Once it’s secure, reconnect the wires.
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Check to see if your a/c is now working properly and then reassemble the vehicle
Step 5: Check and reassemble the vehicle
Now, reconnect the negative battery terminal and start your vehicle to check the function of your new motor. Reattach the cover under the dash. Replace the floor mat.
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The automotive repair work depicted in this series is performed under the direction of the manufacturer of the product featured. Prior to undertaking any of the demonstrated repairs on your vehicle, we suggest you consult with a certified mechanic or another professional who can adequately advise you of the proper repair or remedy required. O’Reilly Automotive Stores, Inc. and its affiliates (“O’Reilly”) disclaims any responsibility for injury or damage resulting from a viewer’s attempt to recreate the repairs shown in this series.

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