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Blower Unit Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura TL and 2007 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the glove box housing (see GLOVE BOX HOUSING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Remove the relays (A) and the wire harness clips (B), then remove the bolts and the glove box frame (C). Remove the self tapping screws, and the glove box striker (D).
    Fig 1: Identifying Relays, Wire Harness Clips And Glove Box Frame
    G05462503Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the blower motor, and the recirculation control motor, then remove the wire harness clip (B) and the connector clip (C). Remove the mounting nuts, the mounting bolts and the blower unit (D).
    NOTE: One of the upper nuts is hidden behind the sound insulation. Look for a cut-out in the sound insulation.
    Fig 2: Connectors, Wire Harness Clip, Connector Clip And Blower Unit With Torque Specifications
    G05462504Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the unit in the reverse order of removal. Make sure that there is no air leakage.