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.
Control System Outputs
The climate control system has 5 system outputs:
Blower Motor Resistor - Β The blower motor resistor:
- is located on the evaporator core housing behind the glove compartment.
- has 3 resistor elements mounted on the resistor board to provide 4 blower motor speeds.
- depending on the blower motor switch position, series resistance is added or bypassed in the blower motor circuit to decrease or increase blower motor speed.
- has an overheating device (thermal limiter) that will open the resistor coil when the temperature reaches approximately 184Β°C (363Β°F), interrupting the blower motor operation in all speeds except high.
- is installed as an assembly. The thermal limiter cannot be reset and cannot be repaired.
Blower Motor Relay - Β The blower motor relay supplies voltage to the blower motor and is activated when the key is ON and the function selector switch is in any position besides OFF. The blower motor relay is located under the instrument panel next to the steering column.
Temperature Blend Door Actuator - Β The temperature blend door actuator:
- is connected between the temperature control switch and the temperature blend door.
- moves the temperature blend door on command of the temperature control switch.
Vacuum Control Motors - Β The vacuum control motors:
- direct system airflow to the vehicle interior as determined by the function selector switch.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.