Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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Afterblow Enabling
Afterblow is a feature that dries the evaporator core by operating the blower motor after the engine is turned off. This reduces the amount of microbial growth that can create undesirable odors. The vehicle does not come equipped with the afterblow feature turned on. If the afterblow feature is required due to an odor concern.
Use the following procedure in order to enable the afterblow mode:
1. Connect the Scan Tool.
2. Turn ON the ignition.
3. Select HVAC Control Module.
4. Select Module Setup.
5. Select Afterblow Option.
After the HVAC control module has been programmed for afterblow, the following conditions must be met for afterblow to operate:
* The engine has been turned off for at least 30 minutes.
* The ambient air temperature is at least 21°C (70°F).
* The A/C compressor operated for more than 2 minutes.
* The system voltage is at least 12 volts.
Once the above conditions have been met, the following sequence of events will occur:
1. The blower motor will run for 20 seconds.
2. The blower motor will be off for 10 minutes.
3. The blower motor will run for and additional 20 seconds.
4. The blower motor will be off for 10 minutes.
5. The blower motor will run for and additional 20 seconds.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.