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 -V2- / Fresh Air Blower Control Module -J126
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B (or succeeding model)
Perform the following work first:
-- Turn off all electric consumers.
-- Switch off the ignition.
-- Remove the key.
The fresh air blower and fresh air blower control module are accessible from the passenger footwell.
The fresh air blower control module and the fresh air blower are in a single housing together and cannot be replaced individually.
Removal
-- Remove the heater partition. Refer to "Partition" under FRESH AIR BLOWER -V2- .
-- Disconnect the connector from the fresh air blower with fresh air blower control module -1-.
-- Disengage locking mechanism -2- and then turn and remove the fresh air blower and the fresh air blower control module -in the direction of arrow-.
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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.