Power Transistor Test
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- Disconnect the 5P connector from the power transistor.
- Measure the resistance between terminal No. 1 and No. 4 of the power transistor. It should be about 1.5 kΩ.
- If the resistance is within the specifications, Go to step 3.
- If the resistance is not within the specifications, replace the power transistor.
NOTE: Also check the blower motor. Power transistor failure can be caused by a defective blower motor. - Carefully release the lock tab on terminal No. 3 (BLU/YEL) (A) in the 5P connector, then remove the terminal and insulate it from body ground.
- Reconnect the 5P connector to the power transistor.
- Make sure the BLU/YEL wire is completely isolated, then supply 12 V to the No. 3 cavity with a jumper wire.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the blower motor runs.
- If the blower motor does not run, replace the power transistor.
- If the blower motor runs, the power transistor is OK.