Dorman 973-000 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor - Front

Dorman 973-000 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore proper cabin airflow and temperature control with this direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor from Dorman. Built to match original equipment operation on select Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles, Dorman 973-000 helps bring back the correct fan speeds when the blower motor resistor has failed.

Key Features

• Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for select GM applications
• Blade terminal type for OE-style electrical connection
• Designed to match original equipment operation and performance
• Package contents include the blower motor resistor and instructions
• Compatible with vehicles that do not use climate control

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-000 is an HVAC blower motor resistor for vehicles such as the Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Grand Prix, Chevrolet Corvette, Oldsmobile Intrigue, Oldsmobile Silhouette, Pontiac Montana, and Pontiac Trans Sport. It is engineered as a direct replacement for the original resistor, helping restore the blower motor speed settings needed for heating and cooling system operation. This part cross-references Dorman 973-000 with common aftermarket numbers such as RU60 and DR783 for the same application.

Use this resistor when the blower motor only works on certain speeds, stops responding, or loses proper control after the original unit burns out. The blade terminal design supports a straightforward electrical connection, and the part is intended for vehicles listed without climate control.

What It Helps Fix

• Blower motor works on only one speed
• No cabin airflow from the HVAC vents
• Intermittent fan speed operation
• Loss of heater or A/C blower control
• Burned or failed blower motor resistor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and HVAC configuration before installation. This part is listed for N/A and front positions depending on application, with notes excluding climate control systems. Inspect the blower motor connector and related wiring for heat damage before installing Dorman 973-000, and follow the included instructions for proper replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this replacement resistor to follow the operation and performance of the original equipment part on the listed applications. Part number 973-000 is built for direct-fit service on select Buick Century and Regal, Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, and other compatible GM models.