Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual Quiz
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Blower Motor Repair Procedures

In this manual: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
General Information — 4Engine Mechanical System — 50Engine Electrical System — 20Emission Control System — 30Engine Control System/Fuel System — 84Automatic Transmission — 98Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 12Restraints — 50Brake System — 38Body (Interior and Exterior) — 54Body Electrical System — 233Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 57
8steps
~48min
2/5difficulty
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Inspection

  1. Apply battery voltage and check the blower motor rotation.
  2. If the blower motor voltage does not meet the specification, replace it with a known good blower motor and check for proper operation.
  3. If the problem is resolved, replace the blower motor.

Replacement

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the lower cover of the main airbag (A).
  3. Disconnect the blower motor connector (A).
  4. Remove the blower motor (B) after loosening the mounting screws.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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