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Old Jan 10, 2014 | 11:35 AM
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Heater Problem?

My heat is not blowing at all. Seems like the blower motor is not working.
Before I start troubleshooting, is there a common issue with these, such as a relay, switch or motor that goes regularly? I'd like to have a head start on my troubleshooting.

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Old Jan 10, 2014 | 12:12 PM
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Does it work on any speed, or no speed at all? Does this truck have AC?

Before doing anything, verify continuity of the fuse with a multimeter.
 
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Old Jan 10, 2014 | 12:49 PM
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yes sir, it has A/C that is disconnected. The fan does not blow at any speed. Breaking out the multi meter now, thanks!
 
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Old Jan 12, 2014 | 10:29 AM
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It now blows, but only on high setting......and it will only blow for 5 minutes at a time, then shuts off.

Maybe the switch? possibly a relay?

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Old Jan 12, 2014 | 01:29 PM
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You are in great hands with fmc400 follow his guidance and you will have heat shortly, I bet.
 
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What changed in between it not working at all and now working for short periods? I assume the fuse was good? What about when it fails?
 
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Old Jan 12, 2014 | 02:44 PM
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If it works on high speed only, check the blower resistor. It's easy to check visually. Take it out and look for any broken resistor coils.
 
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In the last picture I posted, that resistor is bad. If you look closely at the coils that are at about the 3:00 O'clock position, you can see a break in the coil.
 
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Definitely check out the resistor, as that will explain only functioning at full speed. The shutting off at full speed after 5 minutes is a separate issue, as the resistor is bypassed in this mode.
 
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