How to Remove and Replace the Blower Motor and Blower Motor Resistor in a Subaru Impreza?

Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor resistor or power transistor, remove the blower motor resistor/transistor mounting screws and remove it from the heater/air conditioning case. On 2007 and earlier models, remove the glove box and glove box surround panel. On 2008 and later models, remove the passenger's side lower instrument panel. Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor, remove the blower motor mounting screws and remove the blower motor assembly, then remove the fan from the motor. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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Part Number: 72226FG001
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- 2008-2016 Subaru Impreza | 2.5i, Base, Outback Sport, Premium, Sport, STI, STI Special Edition | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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- 2002-2007 Subaru Impreza | 25i, Outback, RS, TS, WRX, WRX TR | 2.0L H4 Turbo, 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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- Other Name: Resistor Assembly-Heater Blower; Resistor
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- 1993-2001 Subaru Impreza | Base, Brighton, L, L+, LE, LS, LX, Outback, RS, TS | 1.8L H4, 2.2L H4, 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.2L H4 Series, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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- 1999-2001 Subaru Impreza | Brighton, L, Outback, RS, TS | 2.2L H4 Series, 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Part Number: 22655AA021
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- 1995-1998 Subaru Impreza | Brighton, L, LX, Outback, RS | 1.8L H4, 2.2L H4, 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.5L H4 DOHC
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Subaru Impreza Resistor Assembly
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- 1995-1996 Subaru Impreza | L, LX, Outback | 1.8L H4, 2.2L H4
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Subaru Impreza Blower Motor Resistor

The Blower Motor Resistor helps to set the speed of the heater's and air conditioner's airflow into the cabin of your Subaru Impreza. The Blower Motor Resistor changes the electrical resistance within the climate system's blower motor circuit. This change allows the blower motor to spin faster or slower, giving occupants flexible control over their comfort. Located near the blower motor of the Impreza and connected by wiring to the dashboard, the Blower Motor Resistor works with the control module to convert the knob or switch position into resistance. This in turn creates the low, medium, or high airflow as required. In the event of a malfunction in the unit, the heater and AC could become stuck at a single speed or stop responding altogether, preventing temperature control. In every Subaru Impreza cabin, the Blower Motor Resistor responds quickly to the fan settings chosen. The Subaru climate control system improves over time, thanks to the Blower Motor Resistor, which defogs a chilly morning and cools down a hot day. Each Impreza can rely on dependable, adjustable airflow inside the comfortable cabin.

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Subaru Impreza Blower Motor Resistor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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How to Remove and Replace the Blower Motor and Blower Motor Resistor in a Subaru Impreza?
Posted by Yoshio S.
A:
Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor resistor or power transistor, remove the blower motor resistor/transistor mounting screws and remove it from the heater/air conditioning case. On 2007 and earlier models, remove the glove box and glove box surround panel. On 2008 and later models, remove the passenger's side lower instrument panel. Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor, remove the blower motor mounting screws and remove the blower motor assembly, then remove the fan from the motor. Installation is the reverse of removal.
Answered by Subaru Parts Specialist Jayson / Sep 12, 2025

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