Kia Sportage: Blower / Blower Motor Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2023) Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Blower / Blower Motor Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Connect the battery voltage and check the blower motor rotation.

2.	If the blower motor does not operate well, substitute with a known-good blower motor and check for proper operation.

3.	Replace the blower motor if it is proved that there is a problem with it.

Replacement

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the crash pad under cover (A).

3.	Disconnect the blower motor connector (A) and then remove the blower motor (B) after loosening the screws.

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

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