Blower Motors for Kia Sorento

Kia Sorento Blower Motors

The blower motor is an important part of your Kia Sorentos heating and air systems. It is the component that works to push either hot or cool air through the vents of your SUVs interior. You should understand how the blower motor in your Kia works, how to spot possible reasons for failure, and how to replace the unit if necessary.

Many systems in your model vehicle are powered while the engine is running. These systems often use small motors that use a belt and pulley system to interact with the engine and activate additional features for your Sorento. The blower motor is one such device, using heated or cooled air to regulate the cab temperature and make the ride more comfortable for both the driver and any passengers. This motor contains several parts that work in tandem with one another to provide you with your preferred temperature as you drive your Kia.

• A relay switch supplies your blower with the power it needs to function properly. When you turn the heating and air on, off, or switch between the two, the relay switch changes the connections. Because this mechanical device is in use whenever you use the heating and air system in your Kia Sorento, it is prone to natural wear and tear.
• The circuit fuse acts in conjunction with the relay to limit the amount of power your Kias air system uses. Then they distribute that power across the board.

The blower in your Kia Sorento is subjected to constant on and off switching when the unit is in use. It also carries high loads of power throughout the vehicle regularly. While these tasks are part of its normal function, they can put a strain on the sensitive plastic parts in the motor itself. It is important to recognize possible signs of a faulty blower motor and replace the components in your Sorento as soon as possible. Without a working blower motor, you will lose the comfort and convenience of a temperature-controlled interior, and other parts of your Kia may be adversely affected as well.

• While it is normal to experience a slight decrease in mileage when your heating and air system is in use, especially with cruise control engaged, you should be on the lookout for a significant drop. Severe dips in gas mileage may indicate that the blower motor is taxing itself, failing, and causing other components to overheat, putting a strain on the Sorentos engine.
• If the air coming from your Kias vents is too hot or cold despite adjusting the dials, the fuses that control power distribution may have blown.

Once you have purchased a new blower motor, you can follow these steps to install it.

• Locate and remove the old motor.
• Install the new motor into the retaining box and tighten the accompanying screws.
• Attach the motors electrical connector to the vehicle.
• Turn on and test the vehicles air and heating system. Make sure it operates as intended at all speeds and temperatures.