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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the coolant recovery and windshield washer fluid reservoir assembly. Refer to COOLANT RECOVERY RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT in Engine Cooling.
  2. Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.
  3. Remove the 2 screws that retain the acoustic cover in the blower motor area.

    Important:  Retain this piece of the acoustic cover for reassembly.

  4. Cut the acoustic cover between the 5 clip lands.
  5. Remove the cooling tube from the motor.
  6. Remove the screws that retain the blower motor to the case.
  7. Remove the blower motor from the case.
    Fig 1: View Of Blower Motor
    G01645611Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Inspect the flange of the blower motor for damage or distortion.

    Important:  Damage or distortion will cause an air leak.

  9. Repair the flange as necessary.
  10. Inspect the blower fan for damage and distortion.
  11. Repair or replace the blower fan as necessary.