Removal • Be sure to read and follow the "General Safety Information and Caution" before doing any work related with the high voltage system.
Removal1.Remove the engine room under cover.(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")2.Remove the drive belt.(1)Using the wrench, turning the mechanical tensioner (A) counterclockwise and then insert a stopper pin into the hole.
Replacement1.Remove the battery (-) terminal.2.Remove the engine room under cover.(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")3.Remove the heater hose (A) and AEWP hose (B).4.Disconnect the lock pin to remove the heater hose pump connector (A).
Inspection1.Connect the battery voltage and check the blower motor rotation.2.If the blower motor does not operate well, substitute with a known-good blower motor and check for proper operation.3.Replace the blower motor if it is proved that there is a problem with it.