8mm socket/ratchet with extension (T25 Driver will also work)
Phillips screwdriver
Step 1: Open the passenger's side door.
Step 2: Loosen and remove the 4 Phillips screws that hold the door/floor trim panel in place.
Step 3: Lift and remove this panel.
Step 4: Remove the small panel that is in the lower corner of the door (near the glove compartment).
Step 5: Locate the blower motor just underneath the glove compartment.
Step 6: Disconnect the wiring harness by depressing the small tab and pulling on the plug.
Step 7: Using the 8mm socket/ratchet (or T25 Driver), remove the 3 retaining screws.
Step 8: You can now remove the blower motor from the vehicle.
Step 8: Insert the replacement blower motor, and secure it by tightening the three 8mm retaining screws.
Step 9: Connect the wiring harness.
Step 10: Reattach the small corner panel.
Step 11: Reattach the door/floor trim panel.
Please Note
While we are more than happy to create these installation guides for your benefit, we cannot maintain any liability regarding the part, or the driving experience, once the part has been replaced/installed. We always guarantee the quality of the parts we provide, but the installation liability rests solely on the installer.
And, though we are always here to answer your questions, please note that our technicians created these guides for your convenience, and cannot provide assistance beyond this guide.
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These Part Change / Installation Instructions Apply to
02 2002, 01 2001, 00 2000, 99 1999, 98 1998, 97 1997, 96 1996 Toyota 4Runner AC Heater Blower Motor Replacement Instructions
