Replacing a/c blower motor, how hard is it??

**converted2audi** · 06-11-2007 02:33 PM

I need to replace my a/c blower motor, is that something thats relatively doable without taking it in to a shop??

The dealership quoted me $650 to replace it, which seems like way too much to me.....

Anyone know how much the blower motor costs?

**Laconvail** · 06-11-2007 06:26 PM

The blower has an integral control module. It is more than likely most of that quote. Im guessing their labor quote was about 2 hours. if you can pull your glovebox you might be able to do it.

**Obsessed** · 06-11-2007 06:32 PM

I have yet to come across a blower motor I could not replace. They are relatively easy. I recommend you invest in a maintanance book for your car instead, then read how to do it yourself. It's usually just a matter of getting behind/under the glove box. most cases, pretty easy.

**IVRINGS** · 11-07-2009 01:40 PM

Back from the dead. I just heard something in the motor area yesterday. So I turned off the unit till today to not brake anything. After checking the filter area I see that something made a hole in it. :( I just got a new one not even 3 months ago. So something got into it and I think either left something in the motor, or is still in there. It doesn't smell bad or anything yet, but the little vents on the top I don't see how I can get in there to clean it out. Is there an easy way other then removing the Glovebox to pull down the motor and clean it out before I have to replace it? I've done the Glove before, but just wanted to ask before tearing into the car if there is an easy/faster way to do it. I will be tryin' to do this in the morning before work since I'm working till 9:00 tonight. Thanks!

**IVRINGS** · 11-08-2009 11:20 AM

I just wanted to say I got it fixed. There was a nut left in the airbox! To nice to have heat and ac again.

**manhertm** · 11-08-2009 11:49 AM

That blower motor is eazy as cake. It should take you no more than 45 minute, once you pull the glovebox(5 minutes) it's right in front of your face. The dealership is mostly charging you for the motor which retails for 439.00, but used one can be had for $75-125 at a salvage yard or even check ebay.

**IVRINGS** · 11-08-2009 11:58 AM

I got lucky and got my 4 arm claw in there to pick up the nut. I thought I was going to have to drop it when I couldn't get it with my longer 3 arm claw, but I remember I got another one last time the 3 arm one wasn't able to get it.

**amath80** · 09-10-2010 01:28 AM

Usually located under your vehicle's instrument panel, the blower motor can be removed and replaced. You'll need to disconnect the blower motor connector and remove the retaining screws holding it into place. Detach the fan retainer clip from the motor shaft that's located in the center of the blower wheel. You may need to save that piece if you are not replacing the whole motor. Inspect your new motor to ensure nothing is broken and the blades can properly spin. Re-attach the fan retainer clip, the retaining screws, and the connector so you can test your new blower motor out.

**manhertm** · 09-10-2010 05:33 AM

^^^^^WTF! Do you randomly dig up year old posts and respond to them?

**diagnosticator** · 09-10-2010 06:06 AM

Reported.

**manhertm** · 09-10-2010 06:10 AM

Originally Posted by diagnosticator

Reported.

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**diagnosticator** · 09-10-2010 06:24 AM

Yeah, spammer.

**blacka4** · 09-10-2010 06:39 AM

Originally Posted by diagnosticator

Yeah, spammer.

and taking care of it as we speak...thanks guys

**Allen3** · 09-13-2010 07:55 AM

I know its an old thread but i have a similiar issue. I started my car and began driving on a 90' sunny day. I turned the AC on and it was working fine for about 5 miles then all of a sudden the air stopped. Im assuming it is the blower motor because the controls are still working and the blower motor fuse is ok. Is there a way to confirm that the motor itself needs replaced? And is it common for the motor to all of a sudden stop? I assumed it would be squeaky bearings, grinding, clicking and then cease up.

I was planning on pulling the motor and powering it directly to make sure that it does in fact need replaced. Is this a good idea, or even possible?
Also, someone has said to check the relay. How do i do that, and where is it?

This is from th B5-A4 forum. Does the same apply to a 2000 A6?

Auto Climate Control (ACC) setup does not use a "switch" or a relay to control the fan; instead, it is controlled by a large transistor that is controlled by the ACC head unit.

To test the motor, put the ACC controls in a position where it should be blowing. Measure voltage between the two wires that attach to the blower motor: if there is voltage (i.e. ~5 - 12V) there and the fan isn't blowing, it's dead.

Thanks Guys