2002 Ford Taurus Blower Fan Resistor

2002 FORD TAURUS
73,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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HANDBALL21
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Can you provide me detailed "how to" instructions on replacing the blower fan resistor on my Ford Taurus. My mechanic wants to charge me $125 and the part is only $20 so I'd like to see if its something I can do myself. Thanks!
Oct 22, 2010 at 4:08 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Do you have an auto temp control system?
Oct 22, 2010 at 4:22 AM
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HANDBALL21
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No
Oct 22, 2010 at 4:46 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Then I don't know why the price is so high. It's a 1/2 hour job tops. Two screws and unplug the wire. The labor should be around $40. Your part is a little low though. Your probably getting some Chinese junk for that price.

REMOVAL




1. Remove the right-side instrument panel insulator.




2. Remove the blower motor resistor.

1 Disconnect the electrical connector.
2 Remove the screws.
3 Remove the blower motor resistor.

INSTALLATION

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Oct 22, 2010 at 5:18 AM
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HANDBALL21
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That does sound easy which is great! I don't have an extra $100 to spend.

I'll show my ignorance...where is this instrument "insulator"..under the hood (if so, where should I look there) or inside the cabin (same question).

The part is coming from O'Rielly Auto Parts. I'll see if that have an OEM version.

Thanks for the help!
Oct 22, 2010 at 7:23 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Under the dash, passenger side
Oct 22, 2010 at 7:25 AM
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thanks!!
Oct 22, 2010 at 7:39 AM
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