Removal Procedure
- Remove the coolant recovery and windshield washer fluid reservoir assembly. Refer to COOLANT RECOVERY RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT in Engine Cooling.
- Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 screws that retain the acoustic cover in the blower motor area.
Important: Retain this piece of the acoustic cover for reassembly.
- Cut the acoustic cover between the 5 clip lands.
- Remove the cooling tube from the motor.
- Remove the screws that retain the blower motor to the case.
- Remove the blower motor from the case.
- Inspect the flange of the blower motor for damage or distortion.
Important: Damage or distortion will cause an air leak.
- Repair the flange as necessary.
- Inspect the blower fan for damage and distortion.
- Repair or replace the blower fan as necessary.