Fixed clogged A/C drain but does not turn on

Tiny
MCDONALDD1
  • MEMBER
  • 2004 SATURN ION
  • 100,000 MILES
A while ago my A/C drain was clogged and water was spilling into a fan under my passenger side dashboard every time I turned left. I fixed the drain but not before I heard the fan sputter and stop working like really slowing down and struggling and never turn on again. It's almost summer and I don't want to spend too much money on a mechanic if it's a problem I can fix myself.
Sunday, April 28th, 2019 AT 8:30 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,650 POSTS
Welcome to 2CarPros.

If the fan doesn't run on any speed, first

PROCEDURES
BLOWER MOTOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

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1. Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.

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2. Remove the blower motor and cup from the lower case by cutting through the case between the circular ribs around the motor with a sharp utility knife.

IMPORTANT: Cut through the case as straight as possible because the motor cup must be replaced. In order to prevent damage to the component, do not cut any deeper than necessary to remove the motor cup.

Picture 3

3. Remove the blower motor nuts (3).

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4. Release the blower motor retaining tab and remove the motor from the cup.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

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1. Install the blower motor (1) into the motor cup (2) that was cut out of the lower case.

2. Install the blower motor nuts (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 2.4 N.M (21 lb in).

3. Attach the service ring (4) to the motor cup (2) with the screws (5) included in the kit.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 1.8 N.M (15 lb in).

4. Install the blower motor and service ring into the HVAC module using the screws (5) included in the kit. Make certain the blower motor electrical connector is pointing rearward in the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 1.8 N.M (15 lb in).

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5. Connect the blower motor electrical connector.

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Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe
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Sunday, April 28th, 2019 AT 8:33 PM

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