Blower Motor Resistor Replacement
Daisy23
06-01-2010, 07:56 AM
I replaced the blower motor resistor on my 2002 Sebring GTC convertible yesterday. Like most of you it took a couple of hours, since I am "mechanicly challenged" Thank you for the pictures detailing exactly what to look for, they were very helpful. I found this site about 30 minutes into the project what a great resource!! I ran into all the situations that you folks mentioned but was also able to work out a couple of other issues as well. Here's some of what I discovered...
1. Use a hand mirror on the passenger floor to aid in viewing the location of the resistor and the bolts. I didn't have to twist myself into position and replaced the item by kneeling down on the passenger side from outside the car with the seat pushed all the way back. This mirror also helped me see the bolts more clearly.
2. I used an angle flashlight to provide lighting under there as well.
3. My new resisitor was much thicker so I too had to file the plastic away which added time.
4. You don't have to remove the glovebox like my original instructions said, another time waster
5. Put the electrical connector back into the new unit before you bolt it back in, I had to take the new resistor out a second time to plug the connnector in, more wasted time.
5. My local Advanced Auto Parts had the part in stock & it was only 31 bucks with tax.
The best thing is that when I finished IT WORKED !!! I'm very excited that I saved at least 100 dollars by doing it myself. I'm hooked on this site & will be tackeling the replacment/rebuilding of my convertible top pump motor very soon. Thanks again everyone!!
Daisy23
1. Use a hand mirror on the passenger floor to aid in viewing the location of the resistor and the bolts. I didn't have to twist myself into position and replaced the item by kneeling down on the passenger side from outside the car with the seat pushed all the way back. This mirror also helped me see the bolts more clearly.
2. I used an angle flashlight to provide lighting under there as well.
3. My new resisitor was much thicker so I too had to file the plastic away which added time.
4. You don't have to remove the glovebox like my original instructions said, another time waster
5. Put the electrical connector back into the new unit before you bolt it back in, I had to take the new resistor out a second time to plug the connnector in, more wasted time.
5. My local Advanced Auto Parts had the part in stock & it was only 31 bucks with tax.
The best thing is that when I finished IT WORKED !!! I'm very excited that I saved at least 100 dollars by doing it myself. I'm hooked on this site & will be tackeling the replacment/rebuilding of my convertible top pump motor very soon. Thanks again everyone!!
Daisy23
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