Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fresh Air Blower Control Module And Fresh Air Blower
Removing
-- Remove the glove compartment. Refer to Removal and Installation .
-- Remove screw clips -A- (different versions -C- and -D-) and remove insulation mat -B-.
-- Remove bolt -A- (if present).
-- If necessary, remove cable ties which bind wiring harness to fresh air blower housing -C-.
-- Disengage locking mechanism -B- and rotate fresh air blower housing -C- in direction of arrow.
- Connection between fresh air blower housing -C- and A/C unit may be sealed with sealing compound, in this case a great use of force is required for rotating.
- Fresh air blower control module and fresh air blower are installed in housing -C-. On the version that was installed up to model year 2007, both components were cast with each other and thus cannot be replaced separately.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.