For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Remove the instrument panel storage compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement .
3. Disconnect the electrical connector at the resistor.
4. Remove the mount screws from the resistor.
5. Remove the resistor from the heater/air distributor case by gently pulling the resistor downward.

### Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

1. Install the new resistor into the heater/air distributor case with the screws.

Tighten
Tighten the blower motor resistor screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

2. Connect the electrical connector at the resistor.
3. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
4. Confirm the proper performance of the blower.
5. Install the instrument panel storage compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement .