How to Remove the Blower in a Magotan?
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Under the glove compartment on the passenger side, unscrew two plastic screws, peel off a layer of adhesive, and feel along the side near the driver's seat towards the passenger door. Once you locate a protruding thin plastic piece, pull it towards the passenger door to open it. The blower is located inside and can be removed. Below is some related information about the blower: 1. The function of the car blower is to blow the cold air from the air conditioning evaporator or the hot air from the heater core into the car. The blower contains only a single motor. Simply put, turning on the blower is like turning on a fan. 2. In conventional car air conditioning systems, blower speed control is achieved by adding resistors in series. The resistance value in the circuit is adjusted to regulate the voltage, thereby controlling the blower speed. Generally, lower speed settings use higher resistance values, medium speed settings use lower resistance values, and high speed settings bypass the resistors. This method is simple in principle, has low component costs, and is easy to repair.
I've dismantled the Magotan's blower motor a few times myself. The first step is to remove the trim panel under the glove box on the passenger side. You'll need to squat down and locate about seven or eight plastic clips, then gently pry them open with a flathead screwdriver—don't use excessive force or they might break. Once that's done, you'll see the blower motor, which is connected to a wiring harness and secured by three screws. Unplug the harness before removing the screws. The screw positions are a bit awkward, so I recommend using a short-handled Phillips screwdriver. Be careful not to press against the nearby AC lines during disassembly, as refrigerant leaks can be troublesome. Before reassembly, it's a good idea to clean out any leaves or dust inside the blower. If the fan makes unusual noises, the bearings might be worn—this can be checked upon disassembly. Finally, reassemble in reverse order, and remember to test all fan speeds before starting the car. The whole process takes about half an hour, and all you need are a screwdriver and a pry tool.
