Ford F-150 heater blower only operates at low speed despite high selector setting on Ford F-150

Submitted by rjbooth · Jun 23, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

Some Ford F-150 owners report experiencing issues with the heater blower only operating at low speed, even when the selector is set to high. A common cause for this problem is a faulty blower motor resistor, which can prevent the blower from functioning properly across different speeds. Additionally, some owners find that the speed switch may be malfunctioning, leading to the blower only running on low speed in positions 1, 2, and 3, but failing to activate on high. It's also important for owners to inspect electrical connections for both the speed switch and the resistor pack, as damaged or corroded connectors can contribute to this issue. Lastly, checking the relay and fuse is advised, as power supply problems can stem from these components. Systematic troubleshooting of these parts is recommended to identify and resolve the underlying issue effectively.

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Ford F-150 vehicles with this problem

1 model year affected
Average mileage: 100,000 miles
(100,000 - 100,000)

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