Dorman 973-002 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Dorman 973-002 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore proper cabin airflow control with this direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor from Dorman. Built for select Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire applications, Dorman 973-002 helps return the blower motor to the correct speed settings when the original resistor has failed.

Key Features

• Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for select GM vehicles
• Blade terminal type for the specified factory-style connection
• Designed to match original equipment operation and performance
• Package contents include the blower motor resistor and instructions
• Part number 973-002 for easy identification and ordering

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-002 is an HVAC blower motor resistor engineered for vehicles that use a factory-style resistor to control blower fan speeds. When the resistor burns out, the heating and cooling system can lose one or more fan speeds or stop responding correctly. This replacement is built to restore normal blower motor operation in 1995-2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1995-2002 Pontiac Sunfire models, with additional coverage for 2004-2005 Pontiac Sunfire. This part cross-references RU44 and DR784 for the same application.

Use this resistor when you need a replacement that follows the original vehicle design and electrical connection style. The Dorman 973-002 part number is commonly searched by drivers looking for a Chevrolet Cavalier blower motor resistor or Pontiac Sunfire HVAC resistor replacement.

Common Problems This Part Can Solve

• Blower motor works only on certain fan speeds
• HVAC fan speed selector stops responding correctly
• No cabin airflow from the heater or A/C system
• Intermittent blower operation caused by a failed resistor
• Loss of proper heating and cooling airflow control

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the terminal style and vehicle application before installation. The resistor mounts in the HVAC system and should be inspected for heat damage, corrosion, or a damaged connector before the new part is installed. Follow the included instructions and verify blower motor operation after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this resistor as a direct replacement for the original equipment function on the listed Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire applications. It is intended to restore factory-style blower speed control using the correct OE-like electrical operation.