2017 Tacoma loud noise in cabin due failed blower motor assembly

2017 Toyota Tacoma SR5 TRD double cab loud noise while using blower motor A/C or heater

[@ThePicnicAnt]

Thanks to this video I just saved myself $300 at least. I so appreciate it in these times and it feels good to be able to fix something myself without having to deal with mechanics that try to gouge you.

[@michaela1655]

Nice to have a friend like you to save some money on car repairs and doing the job right every time!

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

You bet

[@aaronsakulich4889]

I have a 2010 Tacoma, and when I ran the heat or air conditioning, it would make a screaming sound. I figured the motor would be bad, especially after I googled and that recall came up. Almost bought the parts but then I watched this video. Turns out I had a gigantic leaf stuck in my cabin air filter that was hitting the fan. Thanks for making this video - saved me a lot of time and effort!

[@djdannyp9581]

Yeah went in and found leaf. Removed leaf and problem solved in 2 minutes for free!

[@ginobambino8596]

You’re great to watch Peter. I really enjoy your videos. 👍

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Glad you like them!

[@goodsongs3353]

I am up here in Maine just turned my fan on for the AC 2017 Trd four-wheel-drive off-road making the same exact noise what a huge help you are awesome🍺🍺👍

[@joegonzalez5602]

I have a 2017 tacoma. There was a recall for this. I had mine replaced by dealership for free.

[@bngr_bngr]

Vladimir_Bone Spur_tRump I have a 83 DeLorean they put the fuel filter inside the frame.

[@stuntdriver2147]

@@bngr_bngr well that's because its a delorean... About as good as a Saturn... Sorry just gotta be honest...

[@whatfreedom7]

Vladimir_Bone Spur_tRump funny you say that. My 06 if I remember correctly said Delphi on the heater box. I had blower issues too.

[@goodsongs3353]

Toyota replaced mine with the recall

[@brianmcdonald9502]

I had mine done also but I don't trust this crooked dealership on whether they did it or not.

[@rahulroy-yt3wh]

thanks much friend, the dealership wanted to charge 179 just for diagnostics. OEM part cost me 43 dollars and this video helped me install it under 30 min

[@sgi1622]

Always Interessant. Love the info and tips you provide... Excellent content..... I haven't changed my own oil in years. Or worked on any of my cars for that matter. I think the last time I did any work was back in the early 90's replaced calipers breaks and rotors. Watching your channel caused me to get back in the garage and get my hands dirty. I enjoyed doing An oil change on my rav4. Thank you my friend.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Great to hear!

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

I had that same noise in my 2000 Avalon, I took it apart to find acorns inside. I dumped them out and reinstalled the blower and no more noise. Great video today. I have to say I am surprised at the cost of the fan.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Good tip! I was hoping for acorn

[@ymottspice]

I'll be ordering myself a new blower motor tomorrow, thank you for an excellent tutorial. Hope I don't have to listen to the noise for much longer.

[@dohdjeschwagneesh1126]

First, I want to say I enjoy your videos! I wish you were my mechanic!! I have a Tundra and a Land Cruiser. My son drives a Corolla. Only one other brand in the garage: BMW and that's a motorcycle. I replaced the blower assembly on a 2016 Golf R with 15,000 miles on it. Similar process. The motor was destroyed and would barely turn. What lead to the failure was: replacing a stock air filter with an "upgraded" non-OEM carbon fiber impregnated filter (I thought it would do a better job of purifying the air) Well, it turns out the carbon dust was drawn into the bearings and destroyed the motor.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Anything other than a Toyota and the whole dash would have to come out! Amazing engineering!

[@whatfreedom7]

Lol no. Most vehicles come out the same way. With the exception some vehicles with the double blade style mounted in the center of the dash area have to come out.

[@Live-_-4-_-God]

Perfect video. You covered everything so well. I have a 2016 with 40k miles and the exact same issue.

[@andygomez9807]

How loud is it? I have a ‘21 with 35k and I’m starting to hear a rubbing in there. Seems like I am heading down this road too….

[@Live-_-4-_-God]

@@andygomez9807 it was pretty loud. If I remember correctly it sounded like a piece of plastic was stuck in there just rattling around. The part was cheap and it was easy to replace

[@falcon549]

Great video and thanks for taking the time. The blower on my 2017 Tacoma began making a noise just like that a couple of days ago. I guess I'll check it out this weekend.

[@tolrem]

Saw this job done on a Range Rover recently on YT.It took $3,000 and 18 hours work.They had to take half the vehicle to pieces.

[@don7406]

Wow, $65, I expected much more. I know you were joking when you mentioned gluing the fan back together. I appreciate your sense of humor.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Thank you

[@mikeschoolcraft21]

Had mine replaced for recall and they put in a bad fan and they replaced it again. The first one was fine.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Thanks for sharing

[@patrickw9520]

Same thing here lol. About to buy and replace my motor/fan.

[@Lex5576]

The fan motor on my 2021 4Runner has a growl to it, and sometimes it would take several seconds for the high setting to finally start working. I figured I had willow oak leaves down in there, because our neighbor has several trees adjacent to our property. It didn't have many leaves. I took the motor out and found that it had some play in it. I took the 4Runner to the dealership since it's under warranty, not telling them I already had the motor out of it. They tried telling me they found leaves in there. It still growls, I gave the service dept a shitty review on the survey for making me wait three hours for stating a problem I know full well doesn't exist (leaves). They just didn't have a motor in stock at the dealership. I F'n hate liars. I'll probably just replace the damn motor assembly myself. It's worth it....$75..... to not have to drive out of town to the dealership and waste half a day waiting.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I just replaced mine on my 2021 4runner (46k) and it cost me $275 with tax. I’ll keep the old as a spare. I might pull it apart and see if I can put a new bearing on it.

[@Calvin7007]

Much Appreciated My Friend 😎🤓😷

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Glad to hear that

[@rockbay79]

Great video! I always learn so much. Now, I know how to replace the cabin air filter and blower fan! Thanks! I wish you could make a video on the 2016-2020 Tacoma 4-cylinder, 2.7 liter engine, motor oil and filter change. It uses a completely different oil filter than the 6-cylinnder engines. The 2.7 liter has a normal cartridge oil filter. Thanks.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Great suggestion!

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video. Interesting, thanks

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@artcevolution1408]

Thank you very much since this problem just recently happened to us

[@johnhanks7782]

You are one awesome cat....Scotty Kilmer is waiting to visit your shop .

[@whaler9955]

My 2017 Tacoma's blower started rattling so I took it back and they replaced it under a recall for free.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Awesome

[@antoniodesilva]

Really appreciate these video's Peter!

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Glad to hear that

[@kenk3102]

...looks like a job for JBWeld to me.....got nothin' to lose....lol :)

[@chuckgrenci6404]

That's what I was thinking. It's already broke; let's try JBWeld (especially because of the ease of access, even if it doesn't work, still a quick fix with a replacement motor/fan).

[@twn5858]

Except for time when it fails in a couple of weeks/months.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

If it was mine, yes, not for paying customer

[@Sagemeister007]

Hi Petr, can you do a video on how make the stinky smell from air conditioner go away? As always, thank you for your wonderful videos!

[@mannyflores844]

Thanks for that video..... now I learn How change that blower caben

[@mflynn45]

So weird! my 2016 Off Road, 4x4, all of a sudden just shut off. (green ac light went off and stays off). When I push the AC button on, I can hear it run then it shuts off, green ac light goes off. I checked the fuse and the replay, they are working properly. I had a friend come over and he said the compressor is running which is good news, however, he then assumed the refrigerant its empty so he was going to add freon but, his gage says the freon in full. That is where we are confused. Also its the 1234y NOT the usual 123A. Any insights? I want to sell this truck but I need to get this fixed first. We live in Florida. We do NOT have the $$ to have it serviced or even diagnosed at a local toyota dealership, they are way expensive. Just installed new air cabin filter, it was atrociously bad, but that hasn't fixed it at all. ???Help???

[@litoloco4fish]

🤣🤣🤣 wooooow !!! I wish it was always this easy to diagnose!!! Immediately know🤣🤣🤣🤣👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

😁

[@KenLyns]

5.5mm is the same as 7/32 in., can be found in common socket sets.

[@andygomez9807]

The blower in my 2021 with 35k is starting to make a rubbing sound. I wonder if I am headed down this path… Curious what the quality difference between the oem and aftermarket blower is. Wondering if the plastic is slightly better quality….

[@ericflores5950]

Thank you for your information! Super helpful 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@dquad]

My fan made a loud howling sound, not like this though - this one is rooted. Pulling it apart, cleaning with brake cleaner and oiling the bushings has so far kept the sound away for a year

[@michaeltammaro482]

Thank you Sir for your time with this instructional. Very much appreciated.

[@666firehead]

is the AC blower motor on Tacoma the same as Sienna 2017 LE

[@gingerboi8711]

I have a 2016 Tacoma Double Cab SR 2.7 I have already added the prewire Cruise Control Switch and Plan to upgrade to intermittent wiper controls and the only other feature I really want is Keyless entry and I was wondering if it will be as easy as the previously listed Upgrades and was hoping someone could tell me what parts I need and how involved it would be? Love your videos on the Tacoma

[@flashsushi1843]

At the rate this channel is going, I will probably keep my 12 CT200h and 16 RAV4H for eternity. Or until sub-$70k USD BEVs with electric torque vectoring and solid state batteries arrive.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I just replaced my blower assembly on my 2021 4runner. Bearing was getting noisy on a cold soaked night. Well Toyota dealer $275 with tax 😁. So yeah. Expensive now.

[@shelbyie]

Great video. Very helpful.

[@luism3930]

I had a similar problem with my 2011 Tacoma. Luckily I started hearing intermittent noises just before my last free TOYOTA dealer service they included with the new purchase of a vehicle. They replaced the entire blower motor. No issues after that. You would think TOYOTA would get their act together by now on this blower motor issue.

[@whatfreedom7]

They had issues back on my 06. Back then the complaints were mainly squeaking. Mine made a clicking sound. Now they seemed to have made them even worse.

[@paulparoma]

On old American cars, a blower motor was even easier to get to. It usually sat right below the windshield, next to the wipers.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

thanks for sharing

[@paulparoma]

@@ToyotaMaintenance My pleasure. You owe me a Zlatopramen.;)

[@johndesaavedra1040]

Mine is a TRD Off Road long bed, painted bumper ends. It's been a great truck. This damage was likely caused by having junk fall into it and causing it to wobble.. Otherwise it was just crappy plastic.

[@bigfootismyfather1550]

My blower is not working on my ‘17 Tacoma. Is this the right one?

[@luisjimenez5898]

2017. Been at dealer 3 times, replaced due to recall, constantly clogged, drained today and now not blowing air

[@rodlewis4047]

I have a 2017 and mine was replaced for free under a recall and it hadn’t had any problems yet

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Awesome !

[@randysgould]

Easy! Thanks.

[@darrinbruns4029]

My 2018 Tacoma just did this for the first time today with only 12000 miles. Could it be bad already??? Thanks for the excellent video. Ill dive in and take a peek.

[@k.c.6179]

Thanks

[@jerryallright77]

saw the subaru sign at the back. Are you specialists with Subaru

[@mikeadams2252]

Happy 4th Peter, stay safe👍

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

You too

[@rammerron2460]

Awesome video

[@andrewhardcastle7982]

Thanks as always

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Our pleasure!

[@perrmyint3098]

i have 2017 when AC is on engine slow down and shaking I don't know what the problem is? anyone know ?

[@TheMechanicj]

Dude must me making bank to drive 1000 miles a week for work crazy my Silverado is 2018 with 10000 miles that truck be in junk yard in 4vmore years at that rate

[@johnreid2837]

Nice and easy to get to.

[@1bizjets]

Disappointed. Toyota reliability no more.

[@whatfreedom7]

I bought my first new vehicle which was my dream truck,my 06Tacoma new 4x4 TRD. I’ve had at least 6 recalls and a few issues under warranty then minor things like the temp compass goes bad and the blower on those weren’t good either and the clock spring. but the bad one is the paint not the wheels bubbled. The paint on the flares is eroding away. Then the paint on the hood is rupturing out form the inside. The quality is not what it used to be at all.

[@dpaulitejr]

@whatfreedom, you nailed the problems on the head of my 2006 Tacoma 4x4 DCLB.

[@mrbunnyman0072]

That sounded like a blender 😂

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

yes, Vitamix

[@kalani1987]

Not sure why Toyota doesn't use a clip on top of the spindle. That would help the fan from coming off

[@cs-vf2de]

ah yes the gerbil wheel.

[@andyg5004]

Thanks your awesome

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

No problem

[@dmccarty1006]

I had y 05 camry rear brake shoes and drums replaced and now the e-brake doesn't work..they adjusted it twice and a week later it doesn't work again..any idea on what could be the problem?

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

No , I will have to see it and do diagnostics, sorry

[@rightlanehog3151]

The fan sounds like a horror movie, this is what happens when you move Tacoma production out of California.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@cisa93 The vast majority of cars produced by NUMMI were badged as Toyotas. Toyota closed NUMMI so they could move Corolla production to their Corporate Welfare plant in Mississippi. BTW Denso/Aisin/Daihatsu/Hino/Lexus are all really just branches of the Toyota Tree.

[@VWWRENCHIE]

It what happens when you move Toyota production out of Japan.

[@VWWRENCHIE]

Cheap plastic components..a sign of the times to save $$$

[@brianbumgardner8704]

I'll stick with my 4Runner, made in Japan.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

I will answer this with video

[@cartap22]

Dang I thought my 2017 camry had high miles at 105k

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

true

[@pmadd3500]

THANK YOU

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

You are welcome

[@2gd532]

That's a perfect example of a stealership for you. say there is no recall and sell you the part they would otherwise replace for free

[@davidnull5590]

That 5.5 mm bolt, in SAE that's 0.217 inches, *Does anyone know* if a 1/4 inch socket (0.25 inch) will fit that? Thanks.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

No it will round the head off.

[@twn5858]

The blower motor crapped out on my 2004 Toyota Camry also.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Very common, yes

[@alb12345672]

My 2011 Lexus Gs sometimes makes noise from the fan. Maybe same issue? Part looks the same, I checked.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Possible

[@alb12345672]

@@ToyotaMaintenance I looked it up, My fan is shared with almost every toyota and lexus, but not the tacoma! Tacomas seem to have an exclusive fan, just for that truck, and a different one from 2016+

[@happy543210]

the bolt is not really unusual--it's an american bolt. it's needs a 7/32 inch socket. the a/c system for those tacomas is built by delphi automotive which used to belong to general motors before they went bankrupt. so, expect plenty of problems from those a/c systems.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Thanks for sharing

[@damianroscher2825]

Where are you located? DO you know somebody in Maryland?

[@milolll]

Why not JB weld?

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

I don't think it will last very long

[@Jerry-sy8rd]

Won’t fall apart if u use marine tex or JB Weld😁

[@whatfreedom7]

I thought about you might be able to trim the tip off to expose the shaft then put a toothed lock washer like other brands.

[@janpur1417]

Is this Taco made in Mexico? Fan is not a denso? WOW... just in 3 years it failed! Poor design. I have 90 hilux, 92 corolla 97 4R and 00 Landcruiser (all made in Japan) and the blower motors in all has constant tension clamps at the top and are still original! I was almost ready buy a 20 Tacoma but knowing it comes from Mexico... I backed out. Just like Scotty says.... quality depends on the country of manufacture. Toyota... Make cars here or in Japan. Most hiluxes now made in Thailand are also falling apart!

[@82dupont]

If it’s not Denso, it’s junk!

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

You are so right, I will have to answer this with video

[@janpur1417]

@@ToyotaMaintenance Thank you Peter for the Video! I knew that you are responding to my question!! It is sad Toyota is ruining their reputation by going cheap. I will look for a 02-04 Tacomas. These years the Tacoma came with AWD. Please correct me if I am wrong. Please post all cool videos...

[@josephstory6461]

Mine has a burning smell. I think it's starting to happen! :(

[@1ronhall]

My 2017 Tundra blower was replaced too ..... excessively noisy .....

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

I said the same to this owner today

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

Thanks for sharing

[@1ronhall]

Thanks, I am a fervent and disciplined Tundra owner nut and demand stringent and routine services by my dealer ...... using OEM guidelines and TRD perf parts, as available. I am meticulous about my Tundra ...... and I have taught the dealership about using proper lubricants. It’s incredible how close you need to watch over everything ..... last; guess what; I just came back from the dealer after having my engine oil changed with a new TRD oil filter!!

[@gvi341984]

Newer toyotas seem to have annoying problems that have to be sent back to a dealer

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

True

[@peiguy1982]

Well I guess 140k miles is a reasonable life. Can't critique reliability here. I wonder if my FCA fan will be around at 140k miles? (insert smug Toyota fanboy reply here) All manufacturers seem heavy on the plastic these days.

[@rayemanuel7460]

This truck costs over $40,000 new. Even with Toyota's legendary resale value, it is now worth maybe half. Why would someone buy this truck new if they knew they were going to drive these kind of miles? Purchasing a 10 year old truck for much less would be smarter in my opinion.

[@dougspencer730]

Get to the replacement faster

[@us-eb3info79]

Junk yard wants $130 for this 😅

[@82dupont]

Do they still have rear drum brakes?

[@doobielawson702]

I have a 2018 Taco and it has rear drums.

[@82dupont]

Doobie Lawson ...Is there a trim level that has disc brakes? Limited maybe?

[@davidcox2197]

Has Toyota gone the way of GM, Ford, Dodge with non quality parts?? Contracts to lowest bidders for parts? How about the low and high pressure fuel pumps, there is more.

[@VWWRENCHIE]

Is Toyota going the cheap route on some of their components..let us hope not?😎

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

unfortunately yes

[@anandchundi6805]

more bondo than scion ;)

[@paulparoma]

This on a 3-year-old car?! I guess Toyota has learned how to make crap, too.

[@ToyotaMaintenance]

cutting corners with cheap parts

[@paulparoma]

@@ToyotaMaintenance Evidently.

[@fortis619]

HA the third generation Tacoma is crap , traded mine in less than a year for a SECOND gen, was falling apart and Toyota gave NO shits

[@tbugher62]

Typical Toyota electric/plastic newer junk,just like their junk 4x4 system,and yes I own 2 Toyota Tacoma's,I tell like it is.

[@82dupont]

My 2007 4Runner has a great 4x4 system, what’s the problem with yours? I have been looking to buy a Tacoma, would you recommend them or should I keep my 4Runner?

[@darllafranchillo1281]

The newer Toyota's are crap now

[@tbugher62]

140,000 miles on a 4 year old truck,the guy needs a new job.

[@paulparoma]

How do you know what he needs? Maybe he loves his job.