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Removing Cabin Fan Resistor on Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Blower motor

Removing the cabin fan on a Ford Focus? Remove the glove compartment to access the part to be removed. Take out the glove compartment located in the dashboard, and using a screwdriver, unscrew the cover where the resistor is located. Disconnect the large connector of the resistor, then extract it from the cabin. Insert a new fan resistor (connect the power connector). Refit the cover and the glove compartment. Check the correct installation of the fitted parts. At the end of the installation, check if the fan works.

Updated on 27 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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