Blower Motor and Fan Replacement RPO C42
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the VCM or the PCM. Refer to the appropriate procedure:
- Remove the coolant reservoir. Refer to
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the rear coolant recovery reservoir mounting stud.
- Disconnect the cooling tube from the blower motor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (1).
- Remove the 5 blower motor and fan assembly mounting bolts (2).
- Remove the blower motor and fan assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Install the blower motor and fan assembly.
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.
- Install the 5 blower motor and fan assembly mounting bolts (2).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).
- Connect the electrical connector (1).
- Connect the cooling tube to the blower motor.
- Install the rear coolant recovery reservoir mounting stud.
- Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Install the VCM or the PCM. Refer to the appropriate procedure:
- Perform the heater function test. Refer to
Function Test
.
Blower Motor and Fan Replacement RPO C60 and C68
Removal Procedure
- Remove the VCM. Refer to
VCM Replacement/Programming
in Engine Controls - 4.3L.
- Remove the coolant reservoir. Refer to
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the rear coolant recovery reservoir mounting stud.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor.
- Position the VCM harness connectors out of the way.
- Remove the blower motor
access cover retaining screws.
Important: Cut through the cover as straight as possible because the access cover
must be replaced. Part of this repair is visible to the customer. In order
to prevent damage to the component, do not cut any deeper than necessary
in order to remove the access cover.
- Cut through the cover on the cut line (1) using a razor blade
or a sharp utility knife.
- Disconnect the cooling
tube from the blower motor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor and
fan assembly.
- Remove the blower motor and fan assembly mounting bolts.
- Remove the blower motor and fan assembly.
Installation Procedure
- Install the blower motor and fan assembly.
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.
- Install the blower motor and fan assembly mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).
- Connect the cooling tube
to the blower motor.
- Install the blower motor
access cover.
- Install the blower motor access cover retaining screws.
Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).
Important: Do not use RTV. Apply the adhesive bead as straight as possible. Allow
the adhesive to set for 15 minutes or until the adhesive becomes tacky.
- Seal the cut line using black weather-strip adhesive.
- Connect the electrical connector to the blower motor.
- Reposition the VCM harness connectors.
- Install the rear coolant recovery reservoir mounting stud.
- Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to the
Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Install the VCM. Refer to
VCM Replacement/Programming
in Engine Controls - 4.3L.