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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: HVAC Schematics

Connector End View Reference: HVAC Connector End Views

DEFINITION: The blower motor operates in at least one speed position.

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Place the blower motor switch in each speed position.

Does the blower motor operate at the desired speeds?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

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  1. Disconnect the harness connector of the blower motor control processor.
  2. Measure the voltage between the battery positive voltage circuit and the ground circuit of the blower motor control processor.

Does the voltage measure within the specified range?

10-14 V

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Go to Step 6

4

  1. Connect the blower motor control processor.
  2. Disconnect the harness connector of the HVAC control module.
  3. Measure the voltage on the blower motor speed control circuit.

Does the voltage measure within the specified range?

4.5-5.5 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5

Test the control circuit of the blower motor control processor for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 7

6

Test the battery positive voltage circuit of the blower motor control processor for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

7

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the blower motor control processor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HVAC control module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9

Repair a high resistance in the ground circuit of the blower motor control processor. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 12

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10

Replace the blower motor control processor. Refer to Blower Motor Control Processor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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11

Important: Perform the recalibration procedure for the HVAC control module.

Replace the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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12

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

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