Anybody DIY here to change out the blower assembly ?
mine is currently making a slight squealing noise - like bearing is wearing out, and i see the part is like $100 bucks,could be relatively easy to swap out - if access is there.
3 screws and 1 connector, it is easily removed out the bottom of the dash under the glove box.
There is no simple way to lubricate the blower motor. It doesn't even look like one can dissassemble it.
Our HRV HVAC blower was making a slight squeeking noise in cold weather last winter.
So far, it has been quiet this fall.
3 screws and 1 connector, it is easily removed out the bottom of the dash under the glove box.
There is no simple way to lubricate the blower motor. It doesn't even look like one can dissassemble it.
Our HRV HVAC blower was making a slight squeeking noise in cold weather last winter.
So far, it has been quiet this fall.
Listing says country of origin is Japan and "VDO exclusive Dual Bearing design technology provides quieter, efficient motor operation, by utilizing two ball bearings, bearing retainers, and riveted magnets"
Anybody DIY here to change out the blower assembly ?
mine is currently making a slight squealing noise - like bearing is wearing out, and i see the part is like $100 bucks,could be relatively easy to swap out - if access is there.
I notice a slight squealing noise too... on my 2017.... when I put the fan on even the lowest setting.. ... I'm not mechanically inclined... I wasn't sure if I should just let it go or if it's going to turn into a major hassle if I mention it to the dealer or my mechanic.. Sad to think this would be a problem with such a new vehicle...
You'd be surprised the number of small motor shaft bearings/bushings that you can get a drop of oil into and they'll go for years. A drop of synthetic engine oil is OK.. Sometimes you have to drill a little hole through the housing to the bearing/bushing. My outdoor AC condenser fan motor has 34 Summers on it. Also, oil won't hurt nylon.
UPDATE- Swapped out the assembly in about 15 minutes total. The 2 screws closest to you are easy- can use torx, flat head or nutdriver ; the back one closest to the firewall is very close to the sloping floor you need a short screwdriver etc.