1999 Ford Explorer Blower Dosen't work

1999 FORD EXPLORER
16,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NEOD
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The front blower doesn't work. I checked fuses and they seem ok. Where is the Blower Motor Resistor? And is there a fuse under the dash for the blower motor?
Jun 1, 2009 at 6:04 PM
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[quote:4c727a24a4="NeoD"]Air Conditioning problem
1999 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 160,00 miles

The front blower doesn't work. I checked fuses and they seem ok. Where is the Blower Motor Resistor? And is there a fuse under the dash for the blower motor?[/quote:4c727a24a4]

The resistor is located on the evaporator housing near the blower motor. It is more easily reached from behind the inner fender. HOWEVER....even if the resistor has failed, the blower should still work in the HIGH setting. Check for power to the motor with the ignition switch in the ON position.

The blower is switched on the GROUND side. Check the switch for continuity and for a good ground.

In short - you have either a bad motor, resistor, switch, or a broken ground.
Jun 4, 2009 at 7:52 AM
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