In my experience, all cars have their "hereditary issues" over time.  Some   
   more severe than others.  If you keep a car long enough, you will see them   
   happen. Just like with people.  :)   
      
      
   One of those such issues with the Durangos is the blower motor relay and/or   
   blower motor.  If you do a google search for durango and blower motor relay,   
   you will find loads of people with this issue.   
      
   Basically, Dodge has a defective wiring harness that is the crux of the   
   problem.  It causes the connectors to melt and burn up.  I'm actually suprised   
   this wasn't a recall.   
      
   Anyway, this is my "third" attempt to correct this problem once and for all.    
   I have already re-wired the effected connector, replaced the blower relay (3)   
   times, and (1) blower motor.     
      
   This time around the issue is 100% the blower motor, itself.  Making a really   
   loud noise when running and smells like it is burning up.  No doubt the last   
   time I replaced this motor, the replacement part was made in China.   
      
   I managed to find a new genuine Dodge blower motor for the Durango on Amazon   
   and am going to install it this weekend.  Fortunately, it isn't a difficult   
   repair, just awkward since you have to work upside down on your back.   
      
   Then I hope we are done with Durango issues for awhile.   
      
   - Mark   
        
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