Removing and installing blower motor — VW

🧭 Before you start

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• The blower motor only just fits into the plenum chamber area so it must be gently manoeuvred during removing installing.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove hexagon bolts (arrows A) (10 Nm). — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
2. Remove hexagon bolts (arrows B) (10 Nm) and take off bracket (1). — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
3. Clip resistor (1) out of bracket (2).
4. Unplug connector for blower motor.
5. Remove torx head screw (1) (2 Nm) and take off bracket (2). — 2 Nm (1.5 lb-ft)
6. Pull blower motor out towards the front of the vehicle and slide it out towards the passenger side. [Note: The blower motor only just fits into the plenum chamber area so it must be gently manoeuvred during removing installing.]
7. Install in reverse order.

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