2000 Jeep Wrangler TJ - Changing the blower motor switch and controls

[@Poweraddicts]

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[@tonymckenzie9020]

Hang on. The switch was playing up(fan not working on settings) and changing out thre vaccum switch fixes this? I have similar prob, will not select speeds but when i put pressure on the fan switch it works until pressure is removed.......is this still a vaccum issue....

[@markkiger5219]

This is BY FAR the best camera work I have seen anyone do for this swap. You make it easy to see and understand. I REALLY appreciate these videos. Please keep them coming.

[@Poweraddicts]

Glad it helped!!

[@irvnx]

good point .. I watched a couple others that had a fixed camera that didn't show the initoal "pry up the defrost" grille/ cowl

[@ninesticks]

thanks - i bet this is my problem with my 2000 - just got a unit to install this week - and now 2 days later i am a good - it took me about 25 min....thanks identifying the problem for me and especially for the confidence in doing this ..cheers

[@kylebrooks9186]

Haven’t had heat or ac in my girlfriends Jeep for a year now and after watching this we now have heat and ac just in time to sell it thanks man

[@jimmyjaimes5268]

Are you kidding me. It's that easy. Wow. I've been worried about trying it myself. Thank you for the help.

[@dimatadore]

Great video thank you! Well-explained, doesn’t drag too long on each step. Love it.

[@nimitz87]

Thank you, I just purchased my first 04 Wrangler X and found this unit on Amazon (Vine). This is VERY informational!

[@mcdavisslade9897]

Awesome video! I don’t know how KZbin knew I needed to see this, but I’m going to knock this out soon as I get the part.

[@chrismartin1007]

This was just what the doctor ordered! Thanks for making the video. Saved me at a couple hundred dollars vs. what I was quoted at Firestone to fix it!

[@Poweraddicts]

Glad it helped!

[@roy_heck_yea2156]

Thanks for the video. After watching it took me about 10 minutes to completely replace.

[@GOESCH77304]

Thanks, my 99 just quit this morning. I thought it may be the resistor. Your issues were precisely were the issues I was having. Thank You Again

[@Poweraddicts]

You're welcome!

[@billreinecke1949]

Had the fan speed control go out on my 06 LJ twice. Both times it was the resistor behind the glove box. Replaced it myself for $25.

[@rockytherock8705]

Got mine in shop said about 200.0 to switch it out.. So that's how I found you!! thanks for vid bro!! You just saved me 200.00

[@Poweraddicts]

Glad it helped you out!!

[@dsnicker9719]

Hey, guys! This one of the clearest, most succinct videos I have seen. Thanks!

[@Poweraddicts]

You are welcome, glad you like it! I try to catch all the details in any of the videos I do. My buddy who owns the Jeep doesn't tutorial videos that laving him wondering what the person is talking about. So, he and I work real well together. He and I have known each other over 30 years and built many cars together. Thanks for taking the time to leave an awesome comment!! Have a great day!!

[@Cicadog14]

Love your channel! Swapping out the unit in my 2000TJ next weekend. Thanks my man. Great stuff.

[@Poweraddicts]

Hope it helps!! Have a great day!!

[@fromthelimb]

Great video as usual. I had to change out the wire end controlling speed as it started to melt, did some research and found out it is a common problem for TJ's. It ended up being the blower fan was pulling too much of a load causing the wire end and switch to cook. All good for now.

[@Poweraddicts]

Glad you like the video! A friend of mine had something similar happen after changing head light bulbs. He installed high wattage halogens, they demanded so much power it melted the plastic ends where it plugs onto the bulb. We have installed 3 of those modules in the TJ presented in this video. Now it makes me wonder if the fan is pulling too many amps burning up the speed control switch. Its the speed control part that keeps going out. Hmmm .. you got me thinking on this one. Gonna have to talk to him about this next time I see him. Thanks for checking out the videos! Thanks for giving me food for thought about his reoccurring issue. It didn't cross my mind about the fan pulling too many amps. I just figured cheap switches in the controls. Have a great day!!

[@kimmckuhn8465]

762 Stoker I have the same problem....can't find the replacement plug in....what is it called and where did you find it

[@dalelabs1886]

Thanks for the video. Super easy install.. 👍💯

[@peterwatsonkent]

Great video I have a ‘05 Wrangler and the console lights and heater lights won’t turn on. Got any videos or suggestions about how to fix this issue?? Thanks

[@vinces.2862]

Very Good. Maybe you can answer this. 2000 jeep TJ. My first 3 speeds on the fan switch work. My high speed is intermittent. Don't know if the resistor pack handles the high speed or not. Had it blowing today. 80 degrees outside on high fan and all of a sudden the blower dropped to low in the high speed setting, moved the selector to the 3rd position, one lower than high, and that speed worked, as well as the lower speeds. As I said it's intermittent. Any ideas. Vince. ( Love your Vid's)

[@jgdeuce0262]

I have used your videos to replace the in dash lights and heater console lights for my 2000 jeep tj. Could you post a video for replacing the actual knob on the heater console blower?

[@Poweraddicts]

The knob came built into the replacement panel.

[@sethclark9780]

What makes you decide it’s the switch and not the resistor?

[@Poweraddicts]

Because that was the 3rd or 4th one that he has installed and they all worked at first then crapped out later.

[@moniquedawson513]

Thank you!! Switching mine out tomorrow night! Awesome!

[@Maggiemae33]

Awesome! Took maybe 10 minutes, great video. Thank you so much✌️

[@Poweraddicts]

You are very welcome! Glad the video helped.

[@charleshuff7905]

Thanks for the Jeep videos…very helpful…

[@Poweraddicts]

You are welcome! Glad they help.

[@dizzyboncoverdale]

I switch will still operate on any position, but only if I push on the selector and hold it in. You think this will fix my problem?

[@JeepTJWheelin]

I'm about to recharge my ac with AC Pro. But one thing I am trying to find out is why the hvac knob on the right of this panel is running hot, the other 2 are cool, no issues. Of note, I have replaced the old stock plastic with billet steel knobs. I looked at it and so did a local shop I trust in the area. And we both saw no melting of the switch or anything else. It's been a head scratcher for months. What worries me after I recharge the system with freon, I have a long drive ahead of me that requires air conditioning in this summer heat, and this knob is going to be getting hot. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

[@markfromtexas9810]

After the second one i installed burned out in my jeep, I ordered 4 relays and wired the switch so it would activate the relays.Didnt have any more issues after that.

[@Poweraddicts]

After all the relay videos I've done, I hate to admit that I didn't even think about that. I've got my YJ set up on a relay because of the switch going out. The next time I see him I'm gonna run that by him. That would make a great video! I'll give you a shout out for the idea!! Thanks for dropping in a great suggestion to help others! Have a great day!!

[@georgegalvan9066]

Wtf..... please elaborate...🤔

[@tomhessiii1216]

​@@Poweraddicts sure would appreciate that video adding relays, many posts that state switch out, if a relay will upgrade this I am all for it. My motor fried my resistor component and I replaced both, at that time only one of the positions did not work, now I have to rotate to find one that will work, blower on full blast of course.. It is easy to get to and seems like plenty of room so I am game. I will try it. any url(s) are gratefully received for the added relay. Thanks

[@brianrath8993]

Ok. That harness part you had a hard time putting back in. I need that female end that’s somewhat melted. What’s it called and where do I get it! The last plug in! THANK YOU!!

[@Jedediah_Ragnar]

Where do I get the vacuum harness extension? The stock harness is twice as long as the replacement harness and I can’t find a longer one anywhere.

[@wef0711]

Quick question about a 2001 TJ. Seems like I am having the same issue. Fan switch doesn't work. I can hear the compressor kick on when I switch it to A/C but I only get the faintest of cold air on 3rd fan setting and only if you put your hand right on the vent can you feel it blowing. Not sure how to diagnose what the issue is and I don't want to waste anymore money on parts if I can get by without it but really want this air and heat working. Gets cold in N Ga. Thanks for any advice you can offer!

[@carlitosfreetos]

I’m only getting hot air, could it be the cold/hot rotary switch?

[@PinkWillowRanch2024]

So I replaced my control panel and then found out that the wiring harness from the jeep to the unit melted….. do you k ow if there is a way to get those plugs from the jeep into the control panel? I have looked everywhere.

[@randyorellana4371]

Could this be why my jeep only blows more air when its on the recirculation button . When i change it to blow both ways it barely blows . Yours sounded it blows out alot like u demonstrated after replacing

[@Loss8131]

mine is an 06 wrangler tj and the AC works but it blows full power to the vent that hits your feet while the vents that hit your face only a tiny bit of air comes out? Dont know why its only blowing to the vents where the feet are at.

[@OhkiiDohkiiFFXIV]

Would this be the next logical step to fixing my own fan speed? I've replaced the resistor yesterday and it didn't fix it. Instead of my TJ's fan speed in the 1-2-3-4 pattern, it's 4-2-3-4. Resistor didn't fix it like I thought

[@Poweraddicts]

Thats what I would do next. Typically with the TJs its this speed control we changed out in this video. The YJs it usually the resister.

[@OhkiiDohkiiFFXIV]

Power Addicts - FixJeeps.com - Jeep, car and motorcycle tips Sweet, thank you!

[@Poweraddicts]

You're welcome

[@caseybeahm]

@@Poweraddictsmy fan works on 1 2 and 3 but not 4 (high) setting. Would it be due to bad harness?

[@ericlafollette81]

How does you change the lights in the panel you just replaced

[@kathykearce9794]

My defrost is the only setting that will work, is this my problem as well

[@derr3ck2029]

The 3rd part you went to take out at 2:31; what’s that part called?

[@Poweraddicts]

Its the climate control being separated from the vacuum harness.

[@gerohan1964]

hey man do u know how to change the temperature control on the box the fan speed and air flow work but the 1 in the middle dosen't any ideas???

[@steveknight01]

This is not the problem always. If it is stuck on high only it is the resister that is in glove box. Take the strap off the glove box and pull out the bucket. The resister is underneath it. Only costs 30.00on Amazon.

[@Poweraddicts]

Agreed, it isn't always the problem. The resister is a common fail point. In this rig, it was the switch every time. Thank you for leaving great information to help others.

[@dennisdecosta6832]

Thanks U for the information good buddie 👍🏽

[@J.D.Delaney]

good video worked real good.

[@skkfor]

Thanks for this and ALL your vids. Straightforward, easy to understand and informative. My switch is temperamental and I'll surely need to fix before the next Ohio winter.I subbed and look forward to seeing more. -A Jeep wave form Ohio, my brother.

[@billramsey7455]

Awesome, sir. Thanks so much

[@Poweraddicts]

You are welcome! Hope it helped!!

[@lellyann68]

I'm in Tennessee too 😊

[@Poweraddicts]

Im a little north of Nashville. Thanks for checking out the vid!

[@johngilliland6563]

If you can do this one handed, I should have no problem. Great video

[@Poweraddicts]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Its not very difficult at all.

[@iLikeTurtles_1]

Where can i get the middle wire?

[@rockytherock8705]

I just switched that thing out because the same thing happen to me iam getting frustrated. I got the rrsistrr but I dident put it in yet it looks confusing to change out the register

[@AndresOR77]

Excellent

[@Poweraddicts]

Thank you. Hope it helps!

[@perriginparadisecateringll3652]

My 99 3 way switch runs in all three positions, but it still blows cold air, despite everything being in the off position. Any clue what could be causing it to do that?

[@Poweraddicts]

There are vacuum lines and vacuum actuators that control all much of the temp settings and air blending. Possible you have a vacuum line off, leaking, losing vacuum in the switch or actuators. That can cause what you are describing. Good luck and thanks for checking out the video! Have a great day!

[@perriginparadisecateringll3652]

Thanks for the reply. I checked all the lines and they're intact. I've ordered the Heater Vacuum Switch, so hopefully that'll fix the issue, once installed.

[@edwinviruet6893]

Blend door actuator .

[@camperlab6546]

Note, not all TJs have the bottom screw, but some very irritating clips. Mine is a 2004.

[@Poweraddicts]

You are correct! Thanks for adding that to help others.

[@justinshivers261]

My mode selector melted at the harness. I'm gonna use spade terminals, however I can't find info on the size that I'd need for the female spade connectors anyone have any info on what I chould use?

[@coreyhemeon1881]

Great video man keep em up. I gotta fix my back windshield wiper button I assume it's gunna be an easy fix but who knows haha.

[@Poweraddicts]

So many times I have though that. This should be so easy. Then many grey hairs later I finish it .. lol. Buuut ... there have been those time I say, hmm that wasn't so bad. Just never know till you dive in. Thanks for dropping in. Thanks for leaving a great comment and have yourself a great day!!

[@robrickels3788]

I have a slightly different problem. My Jeep keeps burning out my blower speed control switch and my mechanic can't figure it out??!!

[@johnodell8601]

You remind me of Parker on the TV show , In the Heat of the Night

[@frankgrimes342]

Can I check to see if I'm getting power to this unit ?

[@Poweraddicts]

You could, I haven't checked which wire it is.

[@natelawson5497]

What replacement radio do you have that would fit. I can’t find any that fit

[@Poweraddicts]

They make install kits for aftermarket radios. Check Best Buy or any place that does stereo installs. Have a great day!

[@lovinglife1984]

Thank you!! Very Very helpful!!

[@Merciful2u]

Mine is blowing on high but my switch feels like there aren't any 1-4 clicks anymore. I'm thinking the switch went bad. I've changed resistors before but without the clicks, is there any way to narrow it down beyond the switch?

[@Poweraddicts]

If you dont feel the clicks ... its the switch

[@Merciful2u]

In my case, It wound up being the control knob. It cracked on the shaft. Until I get a new knob, pliers work.

[@JoseHernandez-jh7ht]

My problem is the heater and ac don't work the face panel you show all the knows are loose is this still my problem if so I'll change it that's the part # but from who

[@jamesgoff2275]

thanks

[@Poweraddicts]

You're welcome!

[@kimrice5900]

Thanks!

[@Poweraddicts]

You are welcome!

[@vicnav4269]

I’ve got an 05 tj and it seems mine doesn’t look like those.. Nor does anyone sell them.. Tried to just replace the switch but it’s round and the one I bought was square

[@Poweraddicts]

Check Rockauto.com ... often times they carry more than anyone else. Good luck! Have a great day!

[@sammfox7405]

does this year have a cabin air filter?

[@Poweraddicts]

No maam. This one doesn't. Thanks for dropping in! Have a great day!

[@eddiearias1746]

cool video man I have a jeep jk 4door 👍 keep it man

[@Poweraddicts]

Thanks man! A buddy of mine has a 4 door JK. He wheels is hard, it never backs down!

[@14sethk]

My fan works but I can not get it to change off of my defroster setting.. could this be my problem ??

[@dgomme]

Most likely it's a vacuum leak for that specific problem. There's a thin black hose that runs to a small air tank inside the body panel behind the front passenger wheel well, and the hose commonly splits right at the barb for the tank. The connection is right under the battery, so you can reach it from underneath the Jeep or remove the battery and battery tray and get to it that way. If the line's split, I've just patched it with a few wraps of electric tape and called it good, or you can replace that length of hose.

[@paguategirl]

I have the same problem, stuck on defrost and knob spins freely, so I can not change direction of airflow. I’ll be looking for that thin black hose.

[@michaelkearns5156]

Thank you. I have a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the same problem. Air conditioning unit seems to be functioning properly, but it will not blow any air out of the vents. No matter what the dial setting is, it will only blow air out the top/defrost vents by the front windshield. The interior of the vehicle will not cool down as it should, and the front windshield keeps fogging up with condensation.

[@hillbillyhangover]

Thanks!!!

[@germaned.lealnino631]

Silly question, how do you know that was the problem? Not a fuse or the fan? Great video

[@bdawes1964]

When you took it apart the electrical plug in by the vacuum plug wasn't plugged in. That's why it didn't blow.

[@Poweraddicts]

The fan only worked in certain positions. I see what you are referring to. That was a video edit thing. I had to reshoot that part cause I probably got tongue-tied, he and I goofing off or something. The part was actually bad. He has replaced it 2 more times since this video. Thanks for dropping in! Have a great day!

[@Mrmp74]

I saw that to... That's a piece a have a problem with. Started melting and wondering what could cause that.

[@guidogattinoni1662]

Great video 👍 really help from a Aussie down under

[@Irishhaf]

Thanks alot, my 2001 just had all flow stop on ac (108 heat index today) going to check the filter first then move on to trying this.

[@bounthavykingsawan970]

Yes you show how to take it out but what the video does not show is that what happens if when you do plug vacuum plug back in to the climate control and it doesn't match up and how would you fix that issue

[@Poweraddicts]

Take it back to the autoparts store and get one that does match up.

[@comoxvalleyoffroad5696]

Probably no point posting this, as it's gonna be buried. If you need this switch panel, buy the RIGHT hand drive version. It's usually 1/2 the price. The only difference is the length of the vac. lines - just use your old set. ;) .... or use the entire switch ( may leak, depending on wear)

[@Poweraddicts]

Yea, comments do get buried ... but ... I can tell you that people do read down through the comments for other peoples experience in whatever the topic of the video. So your comment can still help those who read into them. That is interesting about the right hand drive. My dads needs replaced in his 2006 TJ. I'll look into that. Thank you for leaving a great tip!

[@comoxvalleyoffroad5696]

I replaced it about three years ago. Both left and right hand drive were listed on rock auto at the time. But the right hand drive is half the price. I can’t quite remember, but I may have had to replace the entire vacuum switch. It was leaking or wouldn’t fit correctly with the new panel.

[@pauljordan3064]

Great video! Really helpful, thanks

[@beeline2707]

why not just replace the rotary switch instead of entire component? they are available.

[@Poweraddicts]

That's what the auto parts store gave him. So we swapped it out.

[@joshestess]

$109 at autozone or any website online for less then $12 lol autozone sucks

[@meyerssteel]

Mine would have been even faster if the last owner hadn't broken the dash bezel! Thx for the vid.

[@Poweraddicts]

Some people just get in a big hurry and break stuff. You are welcome, I hope the video helped!!

[@godlyk3]

You realize you can save yourself a 100 bucks and just replace the switch on the left instead of the whole panel right?

[@Poweraddicts]

Not my rig. All he found here local was that whole replacement section. I dont remember exactly how much it was but it was well less than $100. Thanks for dropping in! Have a great day!

[@matthewshat]

godlyk3 that’s what I was thinking Amazon has just the switch for $8.99 and the part he replaced for $65.94

[@VprT2112]

That’s what I did. Just replaced the switch for $24.00. Got my 3rd fan speed working again.

[@wutgoodie8686]

Took five mins lol should of done this last winter and I would of had heat

[@Poweraddicts]

Its a pretty easy swap.

[@lawrencefranck9417]

There is zero warranty on electrical parts at Autozone!

[@Poweraddicts]

That was the 2nd or 3rd one we installed. Each one was a warranty swap.

[@JoseHernandez-jh7ht]

Oh amazon ooops my bad

[@kb8073]

I replaced the resistor, verified the blower motor works, all fuses are good and I can’t get any power reading or any function at the control. Any help?