Blower motor remove? - LotusTalk

nsxmatt · 09-15-2009, 08:18 AM

I am having problems with the blower motor not working. I assume it has had water injested and has corroded the resistor and or the motor itself.

I tried to access the motor and resistor from the top cover on both sides and can't see it.

Will the front clam have to come off? (grrrrrrr) or is there another way to get at it?

bear01011 · 09-15-2009, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by nsxmatt

I am having problems with the blower motor not working. I assume it has had water injested and has corroded the resistor and or the motor itself.

I tried to access the motor and resistor from the top cover on both sides and can't see it.

Will the front clam have to come off? (grrrrrrr) or is there another way to get at it?

Remove the front clam, then it comes right out with just a few fasteners.
No other way, clam must be removed
I have plenty of motors if you need one.

twaszak1 · 09-15-2009, 08:36 AM

remove clam
remove heater, a/c box
remove blower motor
resistor is on the bottom of the fan

Dont just replace this resistor. there is an update kit to relocate the resistor so this doesnt happen again (A120P0148S). the kit is in the $200 range. the fan usually doesnt have to be replaced. you might have to cut the orange wire and put a new terminal on, but that is easy. The job is easy the 2nd time, the first one is a bit of a b$tch.

let me now if you have more questions,
T.J.

TheViper · 09-15-2009, 08:56 AM

If you only use "OFF" and the highest speed "#3" position, like me, it can be direct wired without the resistors.
Cheers,
Michael

bear01011 · 09-15-2009, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by TheViper

If you only use "OFF" and the highest speed "#3" position, like me, it can be direct wired without the resistors.
Cheers,
Michael

How is the direct wire done?

shadowhusky · 09-15-2009, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by TheViper

If you only use "OFF" and the highest speed "#3" position, like me, it can be direct wired without the resistors.
Cheers,
Michael

I wish you would have said that before I did the whole resistor replacement thing. What a P.I.T.A.

TheViper · 09-15-2009, 10:03 AM

Simply connect the Green/Yellow wire from the fan switch #3 position to the red wire that goes into the blower.
Michael

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Originally Posted by bear01011

How is the direct wire done?

You would still have to remove the clam and HVAC components. Just saves the cost of a Resistor Pack that is always prone to break again.

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Originally Posted by shadowhusky

I wish you would have said that before I did the whole resistor replacement thing. What a P.I.T.A.

nsxmatt · 09-16-2009, 01:07 PM

Ok, I've been reading a bit and have seen some people access the resistor with the clam on. Now I couldn't tell if these were from people from europe with RHD models or if it is possible to get it it from the pass side access panel. I just reeeeeaaaaallllly don't want to take the clam off and waste a whole saturday if there is any way around it.

TheViper · 09-16-2009, 01:13 PM

With the U.S. model and AC the clam has to be removed.
Michael

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Originally Posted by nsxmatt

Ok, I've been reading a bit and have seen some people access the resistor with the clam on. Now I couldn't tell if these were from people from europe with RHD models or if it is possible to get it it from the pass side access panel. I just reeeeeaaaaallllly don't want to take the clam off and waste a whole saturday if there is any way around it.

nsxmatt · 09-16-2009, 01:20 PM

Sigh... ok.

Thanks again for your knowledge!

TheViper · 09-16-2009, 01:43 PM

Good luck. Take some photo's and post them, I am sure it would be helpful to others.
Michael

09-15-2009, 08:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
nsxmatt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 43	Blower motor remove? I am having problems with the blower motor not working. I assume it has had water injested and has corroded the resistor and or the motor itself. I tried to access the motor and resistor from the top cover on both sides and can't see it. Will the front clam have to come off? (grrrrrrr) or is there another way to get at it?

09-15-2009, 08:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
TheViper Alarmed & Dangerous Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Boca Raton FL Posts: 3,202	If you only use "OFF" and the highest speed "#3" position, like me, it can be direct wired without the resistors. Cheers, Michael __________________ Cobra OEM - Alarm, Immobilizer, CDL Emergency Override with warranty Additional Emergency Touch Keys - see link above Brand New Cobra Alarm Remote with warranty Cobra Remote Key Fob Strap Cobra Window Closing Module - Add to your existing Cobra alarm 3 Piece Front Clam Protection Kit with Center Bumper Undertray Removal Tool INFORMATION Improved AC & Heating System Battery Choices & Information Remote Key Fob, Alarm & Immobilizer Programming Light Bulb Conversions 2005

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TheViper Alarmed & Dangerous Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Boca Raton FL Posts: 3,202	Good luck. Take some photo's and post them, I am sure it would be helpful to others. Michael __________________ Cobra OEM - Alarm, Immobilizer, CDL Emergency Override with warranty Additional Emergency Touch Keys - see link above Brand New Cobra Alarm Remote with warranty Cobra Remote Key Fob Strap Cobra Window Closing Module - Add to your existing Cobra alarm 3 Piece Front Clam Protection Kit with Center Bumper Undertray Removal Tool INFORMATION Improved AC & Heating System Battery Choices & Information Remote Key Fob, Alarm & Immobilizer Programming Light Bulb Conversions 2005

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09-15-2009, 08:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
twaszak1 Lotus Service Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 697	remove clam remove heater, a/c box remove blower motor resistor is on the bottom of the fan Dont just replace this resistor. there is an update kit to relocate the resistor so this doesnt happen again (A120P0148S). the kit is in the $200 range. the fan usually doesnt have to be replaced. you might have to cut the orange wire and put a new terminal on, but that is easy. The job is easy the 2nd time, the first one is a bit of a b$tch. let me now if you have more questions, T.J.

09-16-2009, 01:07 PM	#8 (permalink)
nsxmatt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 43	Ok, I've been reading a bit and have seen some people access the resistor with the clam on. Now I couldn't tell if these were from people from europe with RHD models or if it is possible to get it it from the pass side access panel. I just reeeeeaaaaallllly don't want to take the clam off and waste a whole saturday if there is any way around it.

09-16-2009, 01:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
nsxmatt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 43	Sigh... ok. Thanks again for your knowledge!

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