Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Blower Motor Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Blower Motor Cover Heat Stakes

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Remove the lower blower motor cover heat stakes (1) with a small chisel.

Fig 3: Identifying Lower Blower Motor Cover

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Remove the lower blower motor cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Blower Motor Nuts

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Remove the blower motor nuts.

Fig 5: Cutting Through Case

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NOTE: Cut through the case as straight as possible because the motor cup must be reused. In order to prevent damage to the component, do not cut any deeper than necessary to remove the motor cup.

Remove the blower motor and cup from the lower case by cutting through the case between the circular ribs around the motor with a sharp utility knife.

Fig 6: Releasing Blower Motor Retaining Tab

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Release the blower motor retaining tab and remove the motor from the cup.