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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 GMC Suburban - 4WD 🢒 HVAC 🢒 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 🢒 Auxiliary Blower Motor Resistor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the right rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.

    4. Object Number: 257132 Size: LH
  4. Remove the screws (4).
  5. Remove the blower motor resistor (5).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 257132 Size: LH
  1. Install the blower motor resistor (5).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the screws.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws (4) to 1.4 N·m (12 lb in).

  3. Connect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
  4. Install the right rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  5. Connect the negative battery cable.
  6. Verify the circuit operation.