2026-10-29

Blower Motor - HVAC (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1810010022 FRT 1.98 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-10-29: Updated the procedure to remove the blower motor by shifting the instrument panel and frame assembly rearward as a whole.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Blower Motor - HVAC (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x3) that attach the HVAC blower motor to the HVAC module
1.2 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • 1450424-00-B - 78PCS DOUBLE END MINI RATCHET BIT SET
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the HVAC module to the body
5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the RH corners of the cross car beam to the body
29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH corners of the cross car beam to the body
29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the steering column to the body
25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the upper side of the cowl
25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
  • 13mm 12-point combination wrench
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • 13 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH rear of the center console to the body
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front of the center console to the body
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the RH front of the center console to the body
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Assembly - Fresh Air Gutter - HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the fresh air duct. See Fresh Air Intake - HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH and RH wiper arms and blades. See Wiper Arm - Driver Side (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH and RH shock tower covers. See Cover - Shock Tower - LH (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the steering column to the body.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 13 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  8. Remove the bolt that attaches the HVAC module to the body.
    Note
    Recommend assistance to support the HVAC assembly during removal.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  9. Remove the center console rear end panel. See Panel - Rear End - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH rear of the center console to the body.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  11. Remove the LH center console front panel. See Carpet - Side - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the RH center console front panel. See Carpet - Side - Center Console - RH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front of the center console to the body.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  14. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the RH front of the center console to the body.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  15. Disconnect the LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  16. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear of the center console.
  17. Release the clip and disconnect the electrical connector from the front of the center console.
  18. Remove the center console assembly from the vehicle.
  19. Remove the LH and RH instrument panel end caps. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Remove the LH and RH lower A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Remove the LH and RH upper A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Remove the LH footwell duct. See Duct - Footwell - LH (Remove and Replace).
  23. Remove the pedal assembly. See Pedal Assembly (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  24. Remove the RH footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  25. Remove the instrument panel speaker grill. See Speaker Grille - Instrument Panel (Remove and Replace).
  26. Remove the center instrument panel speaker. See Speaker - Dash - Center (Remove and Replace).
  27. Remove the instrument panel cowl top foam.
  28. Loosen the bolt that secures the cross car beam to the upper cowl.
    Note
    Do not remove the bolt.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm 12-point combination wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13 mm socket
  29. Remove the LH and RH cross car beam brackets. See Riser Bracket - Instrument Panel - RH (Remove and Replace).
  30. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH front main carpet to the vehicle.
  31. Release the clip that attaches the RH front main carpet to the vehicle.
  32. Release the headliner harness clips (x4) on the LH and RH lower A-pillars.
  33. Disconnect the windshield harness electrical connectors (x3) at the lower A-pillar.
  34. Fold the LH front main cabin carpet aside for access.
  35. Release the stud (x1), then remove the main floor duct from the HVAC assembly and set aside.
    Note
    Use a bungee cord to secure the floor duct.
  36. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH corners of the cross car beam to the body.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  37. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the RH corners of the cross car beam to the body.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  38. Move the instrument panel and HVAC module rearward, and then position the inflatable bags on the bulkhead and center floor.
    Note
    Ensure the AC lines do not interfere with the bulkhead. Keep the front doors open to prevent damage to the trim panels.
  39. Release the connector and clip that attach the instrument panel harness to the HVAC blower motor.
  40. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the HVAC blower motor to the HVAC module, and then remove the blower motor from the vehicle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • 1450424-00-B - 78PCS DOUBLE END MINI RATCHET BIT SET

Install

  1. Install the screws (x3) that attach the HVAC blower motor to the HVAC module.
    1.2 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • 1450424-00-B - 78PCS DOUBLE END MINI RATCHET BIT SET
  2. Secure the connector and clip that attach the instrument panel harness to the HVAC blower motor.
  3. Remove the inflatable bags from the bulkhead and the center floor, and then move the instrument panel and the HVAC module back to its original position.
  4. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the RH corners of the cross car beam to the body.
    29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  5. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH corners of the cross car beam to the body.
    29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Torque the bolt that secures the cross car beam to the upper side of the cowl.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm 12-point combination wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13 mm socket
  7. Install the bolt that attaches the HVAC module to the body.
    5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  8. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the steering column to the body.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 13 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Install the LH and RH cross car beam brackets. See Riser Bracket - Instrument Panel - RH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Secure the headliner harness clips (x4) on the LH and RH lower A-pillars.
  11. Connect the windshield harness electrical connectors (x3) at the lower A-pillar.
  12. Install the main floor duct to the HVAC assembly and install the stud (x1).
  13. Position the LH front main carpet back into position for installation.
  14. Secure the clips (x2) that attach the LH front main carpet to the vehicle.
  15. Secure the clip that attaches the RH front main carpet to the vehicle.
  16. Install the center instrument panel speaker. See Speaker - Dash - Center (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the instrument panel cowl top foam.
  18. Install the instrument panel speaker grill. See Speaker Grille - Instrument Panel (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the LH and RH upper A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the LH and RH lower A-pillar trims. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the LH and RH instrument panel end caps. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install the pedal assembly. See Pedal Assembly (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  23. Install the LH footwell duct. See Duct - Footwell - LH (Remove and Replace).
  24. Install the RH footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  25. Install the center console assembly to the vehicle.
  26. Fasten the clip and connect the electrical connector to the front of the center console.
  27. Connect the electrical connector from the rear of the center console.
  28. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front of the center console to the body.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  29. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the RH front of the center console to the body.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  30. Install the LH center console front panel. See Carpet - Side - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  31. Install the RH center console front panel. See Carpet - Side - Center Console - RH (Remove and Replace).
  32. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  33. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH and RH rear of the center console to the body.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  34. Install the center console rear end panel. See Panel - Rear End - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  35. Install the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  36. Install the LH and RH shock tower covers. See Cover - Shock Tower - LH (Remove and Install).
  37. Install the LH and RH wiper arms and blades. See Wiper Arm - Driver Side (Remove and Replace).
  38. Install the fresh air duct. See Fresh Air Intake - HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  39. Install the cabin intake duct. See Assembly - Fresh Air Gutter - HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  40. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  41. Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle. See Toolbox (Connect and Disconnect).
  42. Run the routine: PROC_ICE_X_SAFE-SET-VEHICLE-CONFIGSvia Service Mode Plus:HVAC Blower ➜ HVAC Blower Replacement ➜ Set Blower Motor Type to Identifiedvia Toolbox:(link)
    Note
    Ensure the firmware version is develop/2026.32.3 and factory/2026.26.200 or later.
  43. Reinstall the firmware via touchscreen. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  44. Run the routine: TEST_VC_X_HVAC-BLOWER-IDENTIFICATION-AND-HVAC-PERFORMANCEvia Service Mode Plus:
    • HVAC Blower ➜ HVAC Blower Replacement ➜ Test HVAC Performance + Blower Identification
    • Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Test HVAC Performance + Blower Identification
    via Toolbox:(link)
  45. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
  46. Exit Service Mode Plus.
  47. Raise all the windows and close all the doors.