What to do if your equinox blower is not working?
What to do if your equinox blower is not working?
If your blower isn’t working or works intermittently, don’t automatically assume you have a bad blower motor. Start by checking for power with a test light at the blower motor fuse (key on). Then check for power at the red/white wire at the blower motor connector (Key on, blower set to high).
How do you check for power on a blower motor?
Start by checking for power with a test light at the blower motor fuse (key on). Then check for power at the red/white wire at the blower motor connector (Key on, blower set to high). If you’re not getting power, follow the instructions below.
Why does my GMC Terrain blower not work?
For instance if the car is started on a middle fan speed, I can tell the blower is starting slowly due to the air flow, it may spin up a little, then down, then back up, back and forth a few times, then eventually landing on the proper fan speed and works flawlessly after that.
How to fix a blower motor or relay problem?
Blower Motor or Relay Problem? 1 1 or #2 speed 2 4. Reach inside squirrel cage and give the fan a gentle push 3 5. Fan spins to life and works the remainder of the trip, all day, and sometimes for multiple days 4 6. Sometime later (sometimes days later, other times the next morning) start back at 1.
Why does my equinox car blower not work?
Many owners are having problems with melted electrical connectors that stop the flow of power to the blower motor. If your blower isn’t working or works intermittently, don’t automatically assume you have a bad blower motor.
Why is my blower not working on my Chevy Silverado?
Another common problem will be the blower motor will stick in the ON position and never shut off. You can access the resistor module behind the fuse box located on the driver’s side lower dash compartment. You must visually inspect the resistor, and make sure it isn’t melted or burnt. If it is, then replace it.
What to do if your blower won’t work?
Head under the hood and check the blower motor wiring to make sure it is getting power to it. If it is, then your only option is to remove the blower motor and have it tested or replaced. You can do so yourself if you have the equipment, or have it done at the dealership or parts store.
For instance if the car is started on a middle fan speed, I can tell the blower is starting slowly due to the air flow, it may spin up a little, then down, then back up, back and forth a few times, then eventually landing on the proper fan speed and works flawlessly after that.
