How to Replace Blower Motor Resistor 95-01 Ford Explorer

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In this video, 1A Auto shows you how to replace a bad out blower motor resistor. This video is applicable to the 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 00, 01 Ford Explorer.
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@romeobetsaka2054 7 ай бұрын

Still driving my 97 explorer, with the help of your videos I was able to change my blower fan, drivers side mirror and front drivers side bearings and later I asked a friend who is a mechanic to check the bearing replacement I did just so it was done right and it was, so thank you for the info your providing, wish I saw your videos sooner, it sat for about 6 months because of the bearings. Now we’re back in the road.

@PhilipFuss 6 жыл бұрын

2000 Ford Explorer. I have never worked on a car myself before. Followed this step-by-step. Excellent instructions and videography showing where all the bolts are and the type of wrench needed. My air would only blow on 4, and after following these instructions, it blows on 1, 2, 3, and 4 again! Really great. Thank you so much.

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

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@rossdorn7410 Жыл бұрын

1A Auto has some of the most well conceived videos out there. One difference I found with my own car, a 2000 Mercury Mountaineer, is that it has the automatic climate control system, which requires part no. TRQ HCA40098, not the one with the three coils on the back. So, check on whether you have an "automatic" button on the climate control panel. The part goes in the exact same spot as the coil version. The video was spot on with where the 10mm vs. 11mm sockets were required. One ongoing frustration I have with all Ford/GM/Dodge cars is the intermixing of SAE and metric, so the tool list at the front of the video and the voiceover corrections on differences in tool sizes is very helpful and a big time saver. Dielectric grease is always helpful to have as well.

@joedufus 10 жыл бұрын

Great video. My 98 Explorer blower motor died. The Ford dealer quoted me $453 to fix it. Using this video I replaced it myself for $49. Thanks!

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

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@Dare2DreamBig 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video and all the details ❤. My son and I just replaced the blower motor resistor this morning in my 98 Ford Explorer because it would only work on high. Thank goodness for my small hands because I was able to get the 2 connections to pop up under the air filter. My A/C now works again on all settings. Woo-Hoo!

@firesayer23grumpybuns75 Жыл бұрын

Rocking a 99 Ford Explorer, Eddie Bauer edition. The car is as old as I am, and now I have variable fan speeds again! :D

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@a1a2italy You may want to check the fuses to see if that one has blown for some reason.

@davidbrucemusicvideo 10 жыл бұрын

Great video! Much appreciated to find this! An ex mechanic friend of mine told me he thought the resistor was underneath the dashboard of my 1998 Mountaineer. I'm going to go into the garage to see if this is the same as my 98 Mountaineer. My blower motor doesn't even turn on at all, so I hope this is all it is, as the middle heater for the backseat works fine. Thank you again!

@toddstewart9070 5 жыл бұрын

I had this happen to my 96 explorer xtt 4.0l. Blower just stopped one day on all functions and speeds, just dead and simply would not work again at all on any function. Checked resistors and fuses, all good. Then I decided to wiggle the wires that go into the blower motor resistor, and it just start working again miraculously. I wonder how long it will work until it goes out again. I also smacked the blower motor a couple of times with a rubber mallet also, after wiggling wires around. I'm not really sure which one made it work again honestly.

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@BoogieBreeze99 What is the rhythm of the clicking noise? Does it change when you move any controls,

@hunt1je 11 жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome. I have a 02 explorer and just changed the blower motor resistor thanks to vid. Your vids have also help me change the shocks and replace my driver side door handle. Thanks for what you do for all the DIY guys.

@kendaloyd 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. It helped me figure out how to get out the blower motor and resistor because my Haynes manual was too brief on this subject.

@Turbo_Tastic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I used a little spreader tool for removing the resistor in the final step, popped right out.. also used pneumatic wrench for the bolt screws, kept my hands from getting cut up

@troyjon9 12 жыл бұрын

Man you're the best I'm going through the same problem right now, thanks to you I'll working on it tomorrow. Thanks

@trentakins 12 жыл бұрын

Great video. My daughter's blower stopped working after only working on high for awhile. I am gonna give this a shot!

@BigOvlogger Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. You do good work.

@tonelo29 10 жыл бұрын

Great video you saved me on this replacement of resistor! Thnx!

@kickpocket 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks, your video was a big help.

@quadsrlife719 12 жыл бұрын

thank you this video helped alot, all of your videos are very detailed and helpful! great job keep um coming

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

If you are having issues with air coming out, your best bet would be to test the connection to the blower motor to see if the resistor is giving the blower motor enough power to operate at the appropriate settings.

@lbarber7988 9 жыл бұрын

Great video! This showed me exactly how to replace the resistor. And saved a bunch of $$. Kind of hard to get to, but it ended up being easier that I thought. Thanks!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. Glad to be of help. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@iowatollah 8 жыл бұрын

The best how to I have seen so far. Just what I needed to know! Thank you.

@1AAuto 8 жыл бұрын

No problem. Glad to hear it helped you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@JT111678 12 жыл бұрын

Just installed my new blower motor resistor.... Thanks alot!

@glizziglugger 12 жыл бұрын

thanks so much for these videos guys... you saved me so much money

@mrhotsteppernj 12 жыл бұрын

Man! This video is a godsend! Thank you soo much.

@nikprntss 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video,it helped me out, it took me almost an hour to pry the socket apart it was seized up pretty good. 1999 FORD Exployer Sport 2dr

@tsquirrel8675 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I have the same vehicle and my heat just quit working yesterday. Did your heat just randomly quit working?

@DJBF360 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your efforts to show us this procedure.

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@smegjunior Dash switch is the only thing that comes to my mind.

@joseolivares1804 8 жыл бұрын

Great vídeo, I been used par of your video to fix my explorer 98.Thank you so much

@1AAuto 8 жыл бұрын

+José Olivares No problem. Glad to hear it helped you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@bobloewenthal8138 5 жыл бұрын

great video. everything went exactly as per the video. Got the correct part from A1, and it took less time than I thought it would. Thanks

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Bob Loewenthal Thank you! We are glad we could assist you.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@a1a2italy If you also have an air bag light on in the dash. It could be the clock spring.

@redbaron2448 11 жыл бұрын

what happens if your fan doesnt work at all, im getting nothing coming out of my vents at any speed, any idea??

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@stevecitano The climate control vehicles use a different resistor. Not sure if the procedure is the same or not it may be, but I have not done one on a vehicle with the auto climate control.

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@airforce1gucci We haven't had one of those vehicles in the shop yet. I would start by looking in the same location to see if it is there.

@thomasdeak9533 10 жыл бұрын

This video was excellent. It showed exactly what to do, the tools I needed and what to do first etc. Thank you very much. You saved me a lot of time, money and grief. It was a complete success, so again thank you.

@lukesandvik 7 ай бұрын

After having to work so hard to get the resistor off I would’ve definitely thrown some dielectric grease on it. I don’t ever wanna work that hard to get something like that off. But God knows it happens all the time!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

If there's no power to the blower motor, you may want to trace the wires from the blower motor back to the fuse box to see if there's a break in the wire or a possible frayed section.

@djsleezyc 13 жыл бұрын

@airforce1gucci it is in the exact same location i just finished changing mine in my 97 mountaineer V8 and the steps are exactly the same as this video. thanks for this video it made it so much easier and i was able to complete the job myself in about 45 minutes.

@astralsilverwind5478 2 жыл бұрын

I found your channel just the other day and im using your videos to slowly restore a 95 ford explorer xlt my mom gave me as inheritance. I was wondering could u do a video of the rear blower motor? im not entirely sure whats wrong with mine but when i turn it on i hear a whirring noise but no air flow from neither the top nor bottom vents. I have found no videos or guides on how to do it myself so i was wondering if you would show a video of u getting to the ventilation of the rear vents for the center console.

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

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@GuyGood77 10 жыл бұрын

Works great now!! Thanks. It cost 15 bucks, and 30 minutes to an hour of time. Whew.

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

If the blower is not working, it would not work on the A/C or the heater and would not move any air. If the blower motor runs and you can hear it but does not push out any warm air, it could be either an actuator, door inside the HVAC system or the heater core.

@relaxing_sound_hub 6 ай бұрын

Thanks guys

@Dieguito9137 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you, dude. Great video. Good site too, excelent prices.

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. Here is a link to the parts on our website. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393 www.1aauto.com/1A/ac-and-heater-controls/Ford/Explorer/-/-/2000?VideoReply&VideoReply&ATony

@AngelRomero955 3 жыл бұрын

Is it the same procedure for a 1st gen explorer? I have a 1992 explorer

@airforce1gucci 13 жыл бұрын

i pretty much have the same question as stevecitano above, i have a 99 mountaineer 5.0 V8 AWD as well. 1aauto do you think the resistor for my truck (which has EATC too) is in the same location as shown in this video? i'ma D.I.Y. and i have the different resistor you mentioned just not sure where its located at ....

@crazyconeyislandkid 5 жыл бұрын

This video helped me a lot. My question is this, so i have a 2001 Ford Explorer and i have no heat or ac in the font (driver or passenger part of the car) but i have ac and heat in the back of the car coming from the little center console where the back seating is. What could possibly ever wrong? Would anyone know? The winter is coming up and Iv been trying to fix if for 3 months now and i can’t figure it out and i don’t wanna take it to a shop!

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

You may want to inspect the plug and wires that connect to the blower motor resistor. If the wires are melted or the plug end is damaged, you may want to fix them. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@hencevigoro9912 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks auto 1

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+cesar vicente Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@miniBiggles 11 жыл бұрын

I had so much good use of your videos and really loves the effort och good quality you put in them. But you still does not ship parts to europe, do you?

@samueljackson8706 6 жыл бұрын

I have changed the resistor and checked the blower motor with power on my 98 explorer. I also checked the connector to osee if it had voltage - which it did., The motor worked outside of the truck - worked when I put it all back together for 2 days and now doesn't work at all. What's next to change?

@marioestrada-mora440 Жыл бұрын

I thank you for showing me the replacement.of the blower motor resistor What I don't understand is why You didn't clean of the rust?

@markmshockey1769 2 жыл бұрын

did you really need to take the blower out? it did not look like it not sure. if you dont it seems like you might not need to move both bottles and the air intake. I am sure you would rather leave them in place so am wondering. thx!

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

You may want to see if the HVAC control is working right, you may also want to check the blend door actuator to see if it's moving. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@bryanbrock5452 3 жыл бұрын

There is a hard black plastic hose tube under the blower fan that goes into the firewall. What is it for and where does it connect to if does or is it a drain tube

@skillz03784 11 жыл бұрын

I've replaced my speed control and tested relays and fuses and did the diag on the dash control, (I have the EATC) used a wire tester and come to find out I don't even have power going to the speed control or blower motor, checked all wires from dash all the way to the relay box and everything looks good. I'm stumped! any ideas? I live in New Hampshire and it is 33 degrees and dropping and got the 1st snowfall today. need my heat and defrost. Rear heat works fine but front has nothing,

@GlennCoco 4 жыл бұрын

Still useful 10 years later.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+gwagblade Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@hanshunt1944 10 жыл бұрын

I have a 1997 Ford explorer sport (love it) - is blowing ONLY hot air no matter where the temp setting is? Anyone have a suggestion?

@a1a2italy 12 жыл бұрын

i have a 92 ford f350 7.3L diesel and i dont know why the cruze control doesnt work any ideas or a how to

@cutebrat72 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 96 explorer. I have heat and ac but I have no airflow from my front vents, only from the defrost? Any suggestions as to what might cause this? It's a cold winter here in Washington and I need my vents to work.

@coolguy2370 Жыл бұрын

Blendoor

@leegriep75 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Lee Griep Thank you!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

The blower motor or the blower motor resister may have gone bad. You may want to test the power going to both of them to see if they have power. If they do then the part may have gone bad.

@i.a.m.m.a.l.a.c.h.i 11 ай бұрын

I changed the main blend door actuator behind the glovebox in my 98 ford explorer because the air is blowing In the back but not the front I think I will change the blower motor control module next , what do y’all think 🤔?

@273kg3 9 ай бұрын

I have a 97 Mountaineer with AC working on Highest level, and making a rough noise when is On. Noise is coming from passenger Dash area

@BlacknRedTed 13 жыл бұрын

I changed the blower motor ressister, but the fan still doesnt work. I also changed the blower motor relays to. Doy ou think I just need a new blower motor ?

@JesusGodHolySpirit3 4 жыл бұрын

What is this for? What does the blower motor resistor do?

@BlacknRedTed 13 жыл бұрын

@BlacknRedTed The fans in my center counsel work, but the one in the front doesnt. So I will be changing that first thing tommorrow. Thanks alot.

@Pickinbuddy 10 жыл бұрын

On my 1999 Ford E-150 van, blower motor lower speeds do not work--the hi voltage fuse was good, I replaced the resistor--and still no lower speeds. Next I replaced the speed selector switch (in the dash board) itself..and the lower speeds still do not work. What would be the next thing I should check? The blower motor works only on the high speed switch position

@Popeye78382 8 жыл бұрын

Does the blower actually have to come out to get to the resistor or can you just remove the resistor (albeit with a little interference) with the blower in place?

@1AAuto 8 жыл бұрын

You could probably get that resistor out without actually removing the blower motor. We removed ours because it makes everything easier to shoot for the video. That said, you may just want to remove everything to make life easier. It's a few more steps, but giving yourself the space to work in makes the job much simpler :) Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/ford-explorer-blower-motor-resistor/mo-c/225-157?KZfaq&CTA%20Comment&ATony

@sithlord99us 13 жыл бұрын

@BoogieBreeze99 It's more than likely the actuator clicking on the blend door. There's a design flaw but if you search online, you can find a procedure to insert a finish nail into the actuator and this will direct the blend door accordingly.

@2aries466 11 жыл бұрын

I replaced blower motor in 97 Ford Explorer. Now it's not making a horrible noise anymore, but heat/AC barely comes out on speed of 1. When on high, it works more like it's on 2. Also, there is a horrible smell like burning/melting plastic. Could it be that we need to replace the resistor too? BTW, your videos are very helpful!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

It sounds as if the resistor is fried and you need to get a replacement.

@JamesJones-tx4wy 2 жыл бұрын

I had trouble with wiring shorting out , I ran wires from the battery to blower motor it worked but at the same time short seems to be in the control switch for a / c , heater not really sure , I replace fan switch and register nothing works for me that I done tired of spending money on guess work , best thing about my 95 explorer the wheel dr and mechanical parts , electrical parts there's the issue

@JamesJones-tx4wy 2 жыл бұрын

I liked the video

@privacydoesmatter 5 жыл бұрын

My rear air works (98 Explorer) but nothing blows in the front. Are there two blower motors or two resistors?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Brea Brendan Yes, there is a blower motor and resistor in the front and a separate one in the rear. Thank you! 1AAuto.com

@privacydoesmatter 5 жыл бұрын

Do you know where the resistor is in the front? or if in the front fuse box, what number?

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

It sounds like the blower motor may be acting up.

@catcat2084 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 96 explorer, when I was driving with the AC on, suddenly it blow out hot air instead of cold air, only when I push the max button, it comes out cold air. Is this the resistor problem？thanks a lot.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+cat cat Thanks for your inquiry. There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. Please let us know if you need any further questions!

@sithlord99us 13 жыл бұрын

@stevecitano Yup... Same procedure...Same location. The part has two green boards on it, as opposed to the coils shown the video. It's a dealer part and it's hard (and expensive) to find.

@mars112597 7 жыл бұрын

my explorer uses a different resistor. but the one I bought from the store says it should fit

@mars112597 7 жыл бұрын

1A Auto Parts it's a 1999 ford explorer limited edition

@jkenney940 10 жыл бұрын

How much does this resistor cost?

@BoogieBreeze99 13 жыл бұрын

There is a clicking sound behind my glove box..... nerve racking as hell!! A/C and heat blows just fine so does anybody know what that could be?..... HELP PLEASE!!!

@BoogieBreeze99 13 жыл бұрын

@1aauto well no. My A/C controls are digital and it blows on all levels. The clickin noise sounds like something tryin to move or click into place. stops when I turn the engine off. I'll upload a vid. Thanks for responding man.

@Tricia67060 12 жыл бұрын

If it is not one thing it is another, almost done with my doors then today when I shut my 2000 ford explorer off seemed like the defrost/heat fan kept going for a little bit (1-2 seconds), busy day 5 times that happened, the last time when I started my car it made this awful loud fan noise inside my car, I shut the defrost off all the way. I'm a wimp, what should I do to see what I need... smiles from rainy Kansas where I need my defroster to work... or drive with foggy windows :-)

@bryonarbuckle9364 4 жыл бұрын

I would've changed the resistor as well..you may have to do the whole thing over within a year

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Bryon Arbuckle Thanks for the tip and for watching!

@danmockmore46 4 жыл бұрын

Can't do any mechanics on these old vehicles without those adverbs and adjectives..🤣😂😂

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Dan Mockmore Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@rhigel2269 7 жыл бұрын

My fan was blowing on high, since the low and middle settings didn't work. After the fan was working all afternoon, I stopped to pick-up something at the store. When I re-started the car the fan was not working. I watched your video and replace the blower motor speed controller. The old part was corroded and a section was broken loose. After of the labor to get the the part replaced. The fan didn't turn on. I can see and hear the A/C compressor working. One next?

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+rhi gel Thank you for checking us out. It could be the blower motor itself, or the blower motor resistor causing this issue. 1aauto.com

@rhigel2269 7 жыл бұрын

I replaced the resistor with a new one. If it is the fan motor, do you have a video on how to test the motor to see, if it running, while not connected to the car harness?

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@BlacknRedTed If your fan does not work at all then yes you probably need to replace the fan motor.

@lyricedge4957 Жыл бұрын

97 5.0 AWD, my fan does not work unless I hit a good pothole, then I have amazing AC until I cut the car off again. Could this be a resistor issue, or motor issue?

@alb12345672 12 жыл бұрын

I've done it without removing the airbox YMMV.

@everythingvideos24 11 ай бұрын

The sad part is you all don’t have the Automatic blower motor resistor.

@stevecitano 13 жыл бұрын

Is this the same as a 99 mountaineer with "climate control?"

@sergiozamorano6413 6 жыл бұрын

stevecitano yes

@RNBMusicLover 3 жыл бұрын

I was told that the blower motor resistor was under the dashboard inside the car on the passenger side but it's actually under the hood wow , this is why I don't think part stores should hire non mechanics to work in the store they're giving people incorrect information and that's a major liability. My heat went out I tapped on the blower motor and it came back on I had to do this several times and then it went off for good because it's not coming back on I wonder if that means it's the blower motor that's bad.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+TheProdigyThatKeepsItReal Great question! Check out our library for more videos here: 1aau.to/m/video-library-c

@a1a2italy 12 жыл бұрын

@1aauto no theirs no light