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Rear Blower Motor Inoperative (Install Terminal in Rear Fuse Block)

Subject:Rear Blower Motor Inoperative (Install Terminal In Rear Fuse Block)

Models:2006 Cadillac DTS
with Limousine Conversion Option (RPO V4U)



Condition

Some customers may comment on an inoperative rear blower motor.

Cause

This condition may be caused by a missing terminal for the RUN relay in the rear fuse block.

Correction

Technicians are to install a new terminal into the rear fuse block using the following procedure:

  1. Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to the Seat Cushion Replacement-Rear procedure in SI.
  2. Remove the rear fuse block cover.

  3. Object Number: 1781018  Size: SH
  4. Remove the following components - at callouts 1 through 4 above - from the rear fuse block. It is not necessary to remove all the fuses from the rear fuse block. Refer to the label on the rear fuse block cover and the illustration above for help in locating the components. The tables in the Electrical Center Identification Views section of SI also have detailed information about the rear fuse block.
  5. Important: Note the location of relay R3. The terminal to be installed will be located under this relay.

    • JC1, JC2 and JC3
    • R1, R2, R3, R5 and R6
    • F39
    • CB1, CB2 and CB3

    Object Number: 1781003  Size: SH
  6. Remove the gray fuse retainer by unlocking the four locking tabs and prying the retainer upward. Refer to the illustration for the location of the locking tabs.

  7. Object Number: 1781002  Size: SH
  8. Locate the cavity in the rear fuse block, in the R3 relay position, that is missing the Double Ended Terminal (DET). Refer to the illustration for the proper cavity.

  9. Object Number: 1781006  Size: SH
  10. Use a razor knife (Exacto type) to enlarge the cavity in the rear fuse block so that the DET can be installed from above. The illustration shows the enlarged cavity.
  11. Before installing the DET, make sure that there are no plastic shavings covering the blade terminal that is already in the rear fuse block where the new DET will be installed.

  12. Object Number: 1781013  Size: SH
  13. Align the tabs on the DET with the grooves inside the enlarged rear fuse block cavity. The illustration shows the DET partially installed.

  14. Object Number: 1781009  Size: SH
  15. While inserting the DET, it will stop halfway down. Use a small pick to move the terminal locking tab aside which will allow the DET to fully seat. The illustration shows a pick being used to move the locking tab aside.

  16. Object Number: 1781022  Size: SH
  17. The DET will have a firm fit and must be inserted with care to ensure that the terminals are not bent. The illustration above shows how the DET will look when properly installed in the rear fuse block.
  18. Install the gray fuse retainer. Realign the fuses as needed. Make sure all four locking tabs are secure.

  19. Object Number: 1781001  Size: SH
  20. Install all the components that were removed previously. Refer to the label on the rear fuse block cover and the illustration above.

Parts Information

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PRINTING THIS FORM: If the form prints out on two pages, make certain you fax BOTH pages so that the WPC receives all the needed information. Missing information will delay or prevent the part from being shipped.

Parts Request Form - Warranty Parts Center

To: Warranty Parts Center

 

e-mail: warrantypartscenterUSA@gm.com

 

or WPC Fax: 248-371-0192

 

Attn: Jeannette Dunn

 

Part Being Requested: #351 Double Ended Terminal (1 per repair)

 

Dealer BAC (U.S.) / Dealer Code (Canada):

 

Dealer Name:

 

Dealer Address:

 

 

Dealer Contact Person:

 

Dealer Phone Number:

 

Repair Order Number:

 

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Important: If you do not receive the part within 2 business days after e-mailing or faxing your part request to the Warranty Parts Center, please call Customer Assistance at 248-371-9901/9902.

IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PRINTING THIS FORM: If the form prints out on two pages, make certain you fax BOTH pages so that the WPC receives all the needed information. Missing information will delay or prevent the part from being shipped.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

N6642

Wiring and/or Connector-HVAC System - Repair or Replace

Use Published Labor Operation Time