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How do you change a blower motor on ford explorer?

How to Replace the Blower Motor in a Ford Explorer

1. Disconnect the battery. This is an important safety precaution that will help to prevent any accidental electrical shocks.

2. Locate the blower motor. The blower motor is located under the dashboard, on the passenger side of the vehicle.

3. Remove the glove box. This will give you access to the blower motor.

4. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the blower motor. There are two electrical connectors that need to be disconnected.

5. Remove the mounting screws for the blower motor. There are three mounting screws that hold the blower motor in place.

6. Remove the blower motor. Once the mounting screws are removed, you can lift the blower motor out of the vehicle.

7. Install the new blower motor. Insert the new blower motor into the vehicle and align it with the mounting holes.

8. Replace the mounting screws for the blower motor. Tighten the mounting screws until they are snug.

9. Reconnect the electrical connectors to the blower motor.

10. Replace the glove box.

11. Reconnect the battery.

12. Test the blower motor. Turn on the ignition and set the fan speed to "high". The blower motor should come on and circulate air through the vehicle.

If the blower motor does not work, check the following:

* The electrical connectors are properly connected.

* The mounting screws for the blower motor are snug.

* The fuse for the blower motor is not blown.

If you still have problems with the blower motor, you may need to take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic for further diagnosis and repair.