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Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement

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    1. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Opening the Unit: step 1, image 1 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Opening the Unit: step 1, image 2 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Opening the Unit: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Ensure all power cables are disconnected from the unit and/or wall prior to attempting this guide.

      • Gloves are highly recommended to avoid injuries from any sharp edges.

      • Unscrew the two screws located on the rear side of the unit.

      • Remove the doors and set them aside.

      • A 3/8" screwdriver will be the easiest method of completing this step.

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    2. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing Electrical Connections: step 2, image 1 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing Electrical Connections: step 2, image 2 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing Electrical Connections: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • It is strongly advised that you take a picture of the wire configuration prior to removal for reference when connecting the new motor.

      • Disconnect the brown wire from the top of the motor.

      • Disconnect the second brown wire from the bottom of the unit.

      • Remove the white, blue, red, orange, and black wires from the controller board.

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    3. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motherboard Screws: step 3, image 1 of 2 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motherboard Screws: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Unscrew both screws connected the motherboard to the cylindrical motor container.

      • The screws are located on top and bottom sides of the plate holding the motherboard.

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    4. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motor Container: step 4, image 1 of 2 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motor Container: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Unscrew the cylindrical motor housing from the unit.

      • There are two screws located at each side of the top corner of the container.

      • Grab the motor container with two hands and pull it out of the unit.

      • Place the motherboard to the side.

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    5. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motor from the Housing: step 5, image 1 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motor from the Housing: step 5, image 2 of 3 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Removing the Motor from the Housing: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Turn the motor container on its side, with the wires pointing up.

      • Unscrew the 3 screws attaching the motor to the housing.

      • Take the yellow wire out of the screw.

      • Use a wrench to remove the bolt from the shaft of the motor, located on the opposite side.

      • If rust has accumulated on the motor shaft, you may wish to use sandpaper to remove it to make the motor easier to remove.

      • Firmly grasp the motor from the side where the screws were previously located and pull to remove it.

      • The white label on the side of the motor contains the model number of the blower motor which you may use as a reference when ordering a replacement, if necessary.

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    6. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Inserting the Replacement Motor: step 6, image 1 of 2 Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Inserting the Replacement Motor: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Insert the new motor into the motor housing.

      • Ensure the wires are at the front of the assembly.

      • Tighten the bolt at the shaft of the motor that you removed in the previous step.

      • You may wish to get the bolt started with your hands, and finish tightening with the wrench.

      • Ensure the flat surface is aligned with the screw hole prior to tightening with the wrench.

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    7. Goodman Furnace Blower Motor Replacement, Reassembly Tips: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Ensure the fan blades are freely spinning prior to continuing.

      • When assessing the fan blade, ensure you either keep your hands flat or wear gloves to avoid injury.

      • Utilize your reference photo when rewiring the unit.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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