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AC blower does not work

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by noname87, May 17, 2013.

  1. noname87

    noname87 Junior Member

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    I have a 2008 Prius. The blower for the AC and heat stopped working. I have checked the two AC fuses and they are okay. I used the touch screen diagnostics mode on the touch screen and it appears that the touch screen and the screen switches are working. Any other things to check?

    How hard is it to access the blower motor to replace or to check if it is getting power? How much of the dash has to be disassembled?
     
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    Okay, did a search here (should have done that first). Looks like a simple repair. Can a replacement blower be purchased at NAPA or Autozone?
     
    #2 noname87, May 17, 2013
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    Check their websites.
     
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    Had a customer bring their car due to A/C -Air Issues...Look at what I found..

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    Those cabin filters can get really nasty if they are not changed regularly. I pull ours about twice a month, shake it off and put it back in. Invested in the expensive activated charcoal one. Definitely makes a difference in the freshness of the car.
     
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    Thanks. Did check the web sites. Lots of choices. Any recommendations for brands.
     
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    I have always preferred the NAPA products over the Advanced Auto or Auto Zone for higher quality and longer lasting.
     
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