[pairodice]

I checked ALL the fuses with a meter to be sure they had continuity across the top of the pins - they all were good to go. Not really sure which fuse is the correct one for the fan motor/heater in the front - only found one labeled ‘rear heater’.
On the other hand I was able to weasel my way into the compartment above the A/C on the passenger side and found the box in the pictures (again). As I was pulling the plug off the box I bumped it and the fan came on! So I figured out that short is INSIDE that box! Now I have to figure out how to get into the box and fix the short - at least it’s not the motor but still have to break in there… maybe I can pull the wire harness out and rebuild the wiring in there… tomorrow will tell…