Brer Mark Hofmann wrote to Brer All about Blow motor.:

 MH> Basically, Dodge has a defective wiring harness that is the crux of
 MH> the problem.  It causes the connectors to melt and burn up.  I'm
 MH> actually suprised this wasn't a recall.

Just where do they mount that blower motor relay. I find that the blower
motor relay in my Silverado is a little discolored but no melting to speak
of. The control switch is on the dash, but the actual relay and motor
speed resistor pak is under the dash next to the blower motor. It's in a
little vented box (next to the cabin filter housing) which I think helps
to keep it cool. Mine is 11 years old and no issues yet.

 MH> Anyway, this is my "third" attempt to correct this problem once and
 MH> for all.  I have already re-wired the effected connector, replaced
 MH> the blower relay (3) times, and (1) blower motor.

Check the amperage load on that motor in each speed range. Too much of a
load will create a lot of heat that the relay and resister pak has to
handle.

 MH> This time around the issue is 100% the blower motor, itself.  Making
 MH> a really loud noise when running and smells like it is burning up.
 MH> No doubt the last time I replaced this motor, the replacement part
 MH> was made in China.

8^(

 MH> I managed to find a new genuine Dodge blower motor for the Durango on
 MH> Amazon and am going to install it this weekend.  Fortunately, it
 MH> isn't a difficult repair, just awkward since you have to work upside
 MH> down on your back.

 MH> Then I hope we are done with Durango issues for awhile.

That'll be the day. 8^)


    Tenga un gran dia!

         R\%/itt



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