How long does the heater blower motor run?

During the colder periods of the month, you will begin to rely more and more on your car's heater. With all the different components that make sure your heater works properly, it can be hard for you to keep up…

During the colder periods of the month, you will begin to rely more and more on your car's heater. With all the different components that make your heater work properly, it can be difficult for you to keep track of them all. The heater fan motor is one of the most important parts of the car's heating system. The job of the fan motor is to remove the heat generated by the system and force it into the interior of the car. When you urgently need heat in the car interior, the fan motor should turn on.

For the most part, the heater blower motor on your car should run as long as the car itself. Due to the harsh environment that this fan motor has to work in, there are usually problems with repairs. There are many problems that a fan motor can have that render it useless. The last thing you want is not being able to get the hot air you need to keep your car at the right temperature. More often than not, fan motor problems are due to wiring problems.

When problems with the heater blower motor begin to show up, you will need to act quickly to reduce the amount of time you are not getting hot air. The fan motor is not normally checked during routine maintenance and is only attended to if there is a problem with its repair. When there are problems with the heater fan motor, here are some of the signs you will notice:

• The oven in the car does not turn on at all.
• The car's heater will only work occasionally.
• Air flow is very weak

Hiring a professional to troubleshoot heater fan motor problems is the best way to make sure the job is done right. Trying to do this type of work yourself can make things much worse due to your lack of experience. If you notice a problem with the heater fan, contact a certified mechanic for help.