What to do if your blower motor melts?
What to do if your blower motor melts?
Jeep’s fix was to replace the melted blower motor resistor and install a new wire harness with updated connectors. The problem was with too much resistance in the connector which generated heat. Very scary since there are numerous stories of GC’s starting on fire related to this issue.
What does a melted blower motor relay do?
Melted relay The blower motor relay is the electrical switch that is used to supply the power for the vehicle’s blower motor. The blower motor is the component responsible for pushing air through the vents of your vehicle’s heating and air conditioning systems.
What causes a fuse to blow on a blower motor?
If the blower motor relay develops any sort of problem that hinders its ability to properly limit and distribute power, it may cause the blower motor fuse to blow. Any sort of electrical spikes or excessive current from a bad relay will blow the fuse and cut power in order to protect the system.
How to replace blower motor, harness, and resistor?
Replacing the Blower Motor, Burned-out Harness, and Resistor: 2001 Dodge Dakota. DIY. How To. – YouTube If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
Why do you need a blower motor connector?
The blower motor connector links the blower motor to the blower motor resistor. The blower motor is part of your vehicle’s air conditioning and heating system that pushes air through your vehicle’s vents. Without it, there would be no circulation of air. The blower motor resistor allows you to change the speed of the fan and the flow of air.
Jeep’s fix was to replace the melted blower motor resistor and install a new wire harness with updated connectors. The problem was with too much resistance in the connector which generated heat. Very scary since there are numerous stories of GC’s starting on fire related to this issue.
What was the wire that melted on my blower?
One of the center wires is burned and melted about 1/4 inch outsode the plug. By wiggling that wore I can get speeds one through four to work again, but the wore and plug get really hot. I bought the connector and resistor at Auto Zone last time, the one that’s in there now.
What causes a blower motor resistor to melt?
Arching is what’s melting the connector. when you put the connectors together it may be a good idea to take a scratch awl or pick and squeeze the spade connectors in the plug tighter. You must log in or register to reply here.
