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product_id: 79936256
title: "Panasonic FFV3700297S Motor"
brand: "panasonic"
price: "€ 176.37"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Panasonic"
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# Compact 6x6x6 inch size OEM part # FFV3700297S Made in USA precision Panasonic FFV3700297S Motor

**Brand:** panasonic
**Price:** € 176.37
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚙️ Upgrade your airflow game with authentic Panasonic power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Panasonic FFV3700297S Motor by panasonic
- **How much does it cost?** € 176.37 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/79936256-panasonic-ffv3700297s-motor)

## Best For

- panasonic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted panasonic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Made in the USA:** Crafted domestically for superior quality control and peace of mind.
- • **DIY-Friendly Upgrade:** Perfect for savvy professionals who want to extend the life of their existing fan units.
- • **Proven Compatibility:** Works with multiple Panasonic bath fan models, saving you from costly full replacements.
- • **Compact & Efficient Design:** 6-inch cube dimensions fit seamlessly into various Panasonic fan models without bulk.
- • **Authentic Panasonic Quality:** Genuine OEM replacement motor ensures reliable performance and longevity.

## Overview

The Panasonic FFV3700297S Motor is a genuine OEM replacement part made in the USA, designed to fit multiple Panasonic bath fan models. Compact at 6x6x6 inches and weighing 1.6 pounds, it offers a reliable, cost-effective solution for extending the life of your existing fan without replacing the entire unit. Ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts seeking quality and compatibility.

## Description

This is an authorized aftermarket product. Fits with various Panasonic brand models. It has a oem part # FFV3700297S.

Review: Great replacement - Used to replace the motor on a 14-year-old unit. Is working like a charm and I didn’t have to replace the whole fan housing.
Review: Great replacement motor for many Panasonic bath fans - I used this Panasonic replacement motor to repair my Panasonic model FB-08VQ3 bathroom fan. As others have pointed out, using this replacement motor for this model requires two modifications: (1) The wiring harness connector that comes with the newt motor does NOT match the one in this model fan; one needs to cut the connector off the new motor and splice in the connector from the old motor, and (2) On the shaft of the new motor washers need to be added to prevent the cage from rubbing on the housing. For me the hardest part was figuring out how to disassemble the old fan so I could take the innards out. This needs to be done to remove and replace the motor. desertcart does not permit external links in reviews, so I STRONGLY urge people to find and download the service manual for their model of Panasonic fan needing a new motor. Although the service manual was still somewhat confusing (because it has no pictures, only schematic diagrams) the additional information I gleaned there was enough to let me get the job done. Here is a description of the steps I took, in order: 0. Close the toilet lid, close the sink stopper, and remove or cover any waste baskets or other objects into which a screw could possibly fall from the ceiling and get lost. 1. Remove the grill by pulling down on two opposite edges, exposing two wire spring clips. Pinch each of the spring clips in turn between your thumb and forefinger as high up as possible so that the spring clips can be pulled away from the ceiling. 2. You will now see a black plastic shroud covering the ceiling opening, except in the middle, where you can see a circular opening with the fan cage inside the opening. Open the electrical connector access door by pulling on what the service manual calls a “claw” (I don’t know why, it doesn’t look like a claw at all!). Behind this access door, you will see the electrical connector and you may also see a thumbscrew holding the shroud to the fan housing. In my case, the installer did not install the thumbscrew. The shroud is held in place by four Phillips head screws. These screws are deep inside four visible holes. In my case, even after removing the screws, it was not easy to pull the shroud down because the opening in the ceiling was just a little bit too small, and the shroud was stuck against the ceiling gypsum board. It took me a bit to work the shrouding out of the hole. 3. The electrical connector clips in place. This connector can be a bit tricky to work loose. I knew that it was a matter of finding the right place to push so that the connector clip could clear the catch. 4. There are three machine screws that hold the entire fan assembly in place. Remove these screws, being careful when removing the final screw to support the somewhat heavy fan assembly. In my case, the fan exhaust housing built into the fan assembly was stuck to the fan housing and I had to pull hard to get it loose. 5. Take the fan assembly to a work bench or table. Turn the entire assembly upside down to reveal the motor capacitor box and the wires from the capacitor box to the motor and from the capacitor box to the wiring, harness connector (see photo). Remove the screws holding the capacitor box in place, the wiring harness strain relief, and the ground wire (if present). Also remove the six screws holding down the metal plate and lift off the metal plate (together with motor and fan cage) from the large plastic housing to which it was attached. 6. Flip the motor unit over and remove the nut and lock washer that secure the fan cage to the motor shaft and remove the fan cage. 7. Flip the motor unit over again and remove the four screws near the center holding the motor in place and remove the motor. It should now be possible to separate the motor along with the capacitor box, the wire connecting the capacitor box to the motor, and the wire harness with connector. 8. Everything is now apart, and the rest of the process involves reversing the steps above, using the new motor in place of the old. BUT, most likely the new motor is different from the old motor in two important ways, as mentioned at the beginning of this long review. Since the wiring harness connectors are not likely to be the same, you need to remove the connector from both the old wire and the new wire and splice the old connector to the new wire. I did this a few inches away from the capacitor box after measuring to make sure that the length of the wiring harness with connector, after splicing, would be at least as long as it was with the old motor. The second difference is the need to place some washers on the new motor shaft before replacing the fan cage. For me this was trial and error, to discover how many washers I needed to put on the shaft so that (a) the fan cage didn’t rub on the housing and (b) the locknut and nut would fit on the end of the shaft. While not for the faint of heart, this process should be doable for anyone with reasonable DIY skills.

## Features

- Country of Origin: UNITED STATES
- The Package Length of the product is 6 inches
- The Package Width of the product is 6 inches
- The Package Height of the product is 6 inches

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Item Weight | 1.6 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Panasonic
- **Item Weight:** 1.6 Pounds
- **Manufacturer:** Panasonic

## Images

![Panasonic FFV3700297S Motor - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rMyuXS9YL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it fit fv-11vq3? thanks**
A: Fit with no problem.

**Q: Will this part (panasonic ffv3700297s motor) fit panasonic ceiling ventilation fan model fv-08vq3 which uses motor ffv00175s ?**
A: It worked in our (what I think was a) FV08VQ3 but I needed to replace the the connector that came with it for the connector on my old motor.

**Q: Does this fit fv-08vq3 ?**
A: It does, but I had to use a couple of washers to get the fan aligned properly as the shaft is not exactly the same length as the original. Additionally I notice that the motor does not spin as fast as the original. But otherwise the fan works fine in the toilet where I replaced the motor. Just make sure that the plug is compatible with your existing fan. My first attempt I ordered the wrong version.

**Q: Does it replace motor number ft-07VQ2?**
A: I don’t recall the part number of motor I replaced with this. The current price is 50% more than I paid in 2021, so I would not feel bad about returning it if it doesn’t fit.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great replacement
*by A***A on October 31, 2025*

Used to replace the motor on a 14-year-old unit. Is working like a charm and I didn’t have to replace the whole fan housing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great replacement motor for many Panasonic bath fans
*by C***A on October 22, 2023*

I used this Panasonic replacement motor to repair my Panasonic model FB-08VQ3 bathroom fan. As others have pointed out, using this replacement motor for this model requires two modifications: (1) The wiring harness connector that comes with the newt motor does NOT match the one in this model fan; one needs to cut the connector off the new motor and splice in the connector from the old motor, and (2) On the shaft of the new motor washers need to be added to prevent the cage from rubbing on the housing. For me the hardest part was figuring out how to disassemble the old fan so I could take the innards out. This needs to be done to remove and replace the motor. Amazon does not permit external links in reviews, so I STRONGLY urge people to find and download the service manual for their model of Panasonic fan needing a new motor. Although the service manual was still somewhat confusing (because it has no pictures, only schematic diagrams) the additional information I gleaned there was enough to let me get the job done. Here is a description of the steps I took, in order: 0. Close the toilet lid, close the sink stopper, and remove or cover any waste baskets or other objects into which a screw could possibly fall from the ceiling and get lost. 1. Remove the grill by pulling down on two opposite edges, exposing two wire spring clips. Pinch each of the spring clips in turn between your thumb and forefinger as high up as possible so that the spring clips can be pulled away from the ceiling. 2. You will now see a black plastic shroud covering the ceiling opening, except in the middle, where you can see a circular opening with the fan cage inside the opening. Open the electrical connector access door by pulling on what the service manual calls a “claw” (I don’t know why, it doesn’t look like a claw at all!). Behind this access door, you will see the electrical connector and you may also see a thumbscrew holding the shroud to the fan housing. In my case, the installer did not install the thumbscrew. The shroud is held in place by four Phillips head screws. These screws are deep inside four visible holes. In my case, even after removing the screws, it was not easy to pull the shroud down because the opening in the ceiling was just a little bit too small, and the shroud was stuck against the ceiling gypsum board. It took me a bit to work the shrouding out of the hole. 3. The electrical connector clips in place. This connector can be a bit tricky to work loose. I knew that it was a matter of finding the right place to push so that the connector clip could clear the catch. 4. There are three machine screws that hold the entire fan assembly in place. Remove these screws, being careful when removing the final screw to support the somewhat heavy fan assembly. In my case, the fan exhaust housing built into the fan assembly was stuck to the fan housing and I had to pull hard to get it loose. 5. Take the fan assembly to a work bench or table. Turn the entire assembly upside down to reveal the motor capacitor box and the wires from the capacitor box to the motor and from the capacitor box to the wiring, harness connector (see photo). Remove the screws holding the capacitor box in place, the wiring harness strain relief, and the ground wire (if present). Also remove the six screws holding down the metal plate and lift off the metal plate (together with motor and fan cage) from the large plastic housing to which it was attached. 6. Flip the motor unit over and remove the nut and lock washer that secure the fan cage to the motor shaft and remove the fan cage. 7. Flip the motor unit over again and remove the four screws near the center holding the motor in place and remove the motor. It should now be possible to separate the motor along with the capacitor box, the wire connecting the capacitor box to the motor, and the wire harness with connector. 8. Everything is now apart, and the rest of the process involves reversing the steps above, using the new motor in place of the old. BUT, most likely the new motor is different from the old motor in two important ways, as mentioned at the beginning of this long review. Since the wiring harness connectors are not likely to be the same, you need to remove the connector from both the old wire and the new wire and splice the old connector to the new wire. I did this a few inches away from the capacitor box after measuring to make sure that the length of the wiring harness with connector, after splicing, would be at least as long as it was with the old motor. The second difference is the need to place some washers on the new motor shaft before replacing the fan cage. For me this was trial and error, to discover how many washers I needed to put on the shaft so that (a) the fan cage didn’t rub on the housing and (b) the locknut and nut would fit on the end of the shaft. While not for the faint of heart, this process should be doable for anyone with reasonable DIY skills.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good OEM. Has a 2 prong newer connection, not 3 prong older one.
*by V***L on May 4, 2025*

Good quality and exact replacement of the OEM. Very quiet! The only negative is that the older units has a 3 prongs connectors (live, ground, neutral), while this one has just a 2 prong (live, neutral). So you may have to rewire it, assuming you are replacing the old one and kept the previous connector.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-27*