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A/C Blower motor replacement.

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Scrapla, Nov 3, 2016.

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  1. Nov 3, 2016 at 12:17 PM
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    So my blower motor on my 2007 quit working. I heard a faint tapping noise coming from it for a few weeks which would come and go. I checked the filter and fan for debris but it was clean. The motor will come on if you give it a few light tape from underneath. I found a replacement on Amazon and was curious if I should also get the resistor or just the new fan?

    $45 TYC 700188 Toyota Tacoma Replacement Blower Assembly
    https://www.amazon.com/TYC-700188-T...automotive&vehicleId=1&vehicleType=automotive
     
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  2. Nov 3, 2016 at 12:51 PM
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    If I'm not mistaken the resistor isn't that much. Why not replace it while your under there.
     
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  3. Nov 3, 2016 at 12:56 PM
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    Resistor is probably fine but if it is cheap and simple it wont hurt to replace. I replaced the resistor in my 02 and it didnt make a difference (was on original one still)
     
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  4. Nov 3, 2016 at 5:05 PM
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    Check the plug in the passenger footwell against the firewall first. If mine wiggles loose or someone pushes my floormat up then the blower motor will quit working.
     
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  5. Nov 3, 2016 at 6:22 PM
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    back to bone stock.
    i just did this. the hardest part was dumping all the crap my wife puts in my glove box. how many fast food restaurant napkins does one need anyways?

    after that it was about 10 minutes. i used a tiny flat blade screwdriver to push the button on the electric fastener.
     
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  6. Nov 3, 2016 at 10:18 PM
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    Thanks guys!
     
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  7. Jan 1, 2017 at 10:15 AM
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    Is there a guide anywhere for this. Or is it literally as easy as the resistor? Figure I'll just need to drop the glove box and take out a few screws and I'll be done. Any info would be great. I plan on replacing my motor today.
     
    xguntherc, Jan 1, 2017
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  8. Jan 1, 2017 at 12:50 PM
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    This that and the other thing.
    no need to drop glove box, 3 screws underneath. takes about 30 seconds lol

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adQ4ICkS8o4
     
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    fan only.. i would not replace the resistor unless it was bad
     
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    How did the Amazon blower motor work compared to stock one?
     
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  11. Jun 17, 2019 at 10:01 AM
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    Worked perfectly fine. There's an updated model you should buy though. Let me check my history and I'll get you the part number.. I can't seem to find it, but yes, I replaced the resistor and the motor and been fine ever since.

    That was over 2 years ago. Still blowing cold air in my truck!
     
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  12. Apr 7, 2021 at 3:12 PM
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    Update.. that Amazon motor just went out today. I replaced it 4 years ago. Fuhhhh.

    Now I need to find a better replacement.

    My AC works on high, but all three lower speeds I get nothing. Fuh, and it's already hitting the 90s in Vegas. I gotta replace it ASAP
     
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  13. Apr 8, 2021 at 1:21 AM
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    If the AC Blower works on high speed it isn't the blower motor. It is the resistor circuit ( probably a burned connector at the resistor ). The high speed doesn't use the resistors and bypasses that part of the circuit. Check the connector to the resistor pack.
     
    Jimmyh, Apr 8, 2021
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  14. Apr 11, 2021 at 10:56 AM
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    Thanks for the info. I replaced the resistor a few years ago, too.

    I got it working. It was the wiring. They're shoved in there tight (sigh, Toyota) but I unplugged it. Wiggled the wires a bit, and cleaned off all the offroading dust buildup. Plugged it back in and it works fine.

    One day I might need to rewire it. Not burned yet
     
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    Had to get a new blower and the newer ones have a different plug. This helped me wire the new plug up. I bought from dealer and they gave me this paper to help me out. Hmmm. Not sure how to upload pic.image.jpg
     

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    So, I'm needing a replacement fan. Do you recommend I get this one or try one of the other dozens of fans that are available?

    I too am in the position of not knowing which one to trust for durability and reliability.
     
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  18. Jul 31, 2023 at 4:10 AM
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  19. Jul 31, 2023 at 7:18 AM
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    Other than OEM, they're all about the same.
     
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    OK, thanks.
     
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