A/C - Blower Motor Noisy/Inoperative In Cold Weather
09-093December 1, 2009
Applies To:
2008-09 Accord L4 - ALL
Blower Motor Is Noisy During Cold Weather
SYMPTOM
The blower motor is noisy during cold weather. In very rare cases, the blower motor may not operate.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The vehicle is not equipped with a passenger's dashboard undercover to suppress the sound of the blower motor. Without an undercover, the front passenger could inadvertently kick the blower motor area. In very rare cases, this might loosen the blower motor power transistor connector.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Check the blower motor resistor connector for damage, replace any damaged parts, then install a passenger's dashboard undercover.
PARTS INFORMATION
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Failed Part: P/N 77346-TA6-A01
H/C 8774382
Defect Code: 07801
Symptom Code: 03212
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the secondary terminal lock from the 4P connector on the blower motor power transistor, then remove the 4P connector. Closely inspect both sides of the 4P connector and its terminals:
^ If the connectors and the terminals on both sides of the 4P connector are OK, go to step 3.
^ If the power transistor side of the 4P connector is damaged, or if any of the terminals in the power transistor are bent or loose, replace the power transistor, then go to step 4.
^ If the wire harness side of the 4P connector is damaged, or of any of the terminals in that connector are bent or loose, go to step 2.
2. Replace the A/C wire harness, then go to step 4:
^ Vehicles with climate control and navi: Refer to page 22-71 of the 2008-2010 Accord Service Manual, or
^ Vehicles with climate control without navi: Refer to page 22-72 of the 2008-2010 Accord Service Manual, or
^ Vehicles with HVAC control system: Refer to page 22-73 of the 2008-2010 Accord Service Manual, or
^ Online, enter keywords A/C WIRE, and select the correct A/C Wire Harness diagram from the list.
3. Securely reconnect the power transistor 4P connector and its secondary terminal lock.
4. Install a passenger's dashboard undercover:
^ Align the pins on the cover with the holders on the lower edge of the dashboard.
^ Push up the front edge of the cover to attach its clips to the dashboard.
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