Dorman 973-017 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Brand Dorman 973-017
Mounting Hardware Included No
Package Contents Blower Motor Resistor and Instructions
Terminal Type Blade
Fits Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth · 53 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Restores proper heating and cooling functionality.

Blade terminals. Matches the original equipment connection style.

Includes the blower motor resistor and instructions.

Cross-references 4P1325, 4596191 and JA1463 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 973-017 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore blower speed control in select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles with this direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor. Dorman 973-017 is built to match the original equipment operating pattern on covered applications, helping bring back proper heating and cooling fan function after the factory resistor burns out.

Key Features

  • Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models
  • Blade terminal type for OE-style electrical connection
  • Package contents include the blower motor resistor and instructions
  • Designed to match original equipment operation and performance on listed vehicles
  • Part number 973-017 for easy identification and ordering

Detailed Description

This Dorman blower motor resistor is used to restore cabin fan speed control when the original resistor fails and the HVAC blower no longer operates correctly at one or more speeds. It is a practical replacement for Chrysler 300M, Chrysler Concorde, Chrysler Intrepid, Dodge Intrepid, Chrysler LHS, Chrysler Cirrus, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, and Plymouth Breeze applications listed below. This part number 973-017 is also cross-referenced to 4P1325 for the same application.

Compatible With 1998-2004 Chrysler 300M, N/A, exc. climate control; 1998-2004 Chrysler Concorde, N/A, exc. climate control; 1998-2004 Chrysler Intrepid, N/A; 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid, N/A, exc. climate control; 1999-2001 Chrysler LHS, N/A, exc. climate control; 1995-2000 Chrysler Cirrus, N/A; 1996-2000 Chrysler Sebring, N/A; 1995-2000 Dodge Stratus, N/A; and 1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze, N/A.

What It Helps Fix

  • Blower motor stuck on one speed
  • Loss of one or more fan speeds
  • Intermittent HVAC fan operation
  • No cabin airflow from the heater or A/C system
  • Burnt or failed factory blower resistor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses the listed non-climate-control configuration where noted before ordering. Inspect the blower motor connector and surrounding wiring for heat damage before installing the new resistor, since a damaged connector can affect performance. Follow the included instructions and confirm the blade terminals seat fully during installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies direct replacement components engineered to follow the original equipment function on the specified applications. Part number 973-017 is built for the listed fitments and is intended to restore normal HVAC blower speed control after resistor failure.

This part fits 53 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypePositionNotes
2004Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
2004ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
2004ChryslerIntrepidN/A
2004DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
2003Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
2003ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
2003ChryslerIntrepidN/A
2003DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
2002Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
2002ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
2002ChryslerIntrepidN/A
2002DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
2001Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
2001ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
2001ChryslerIntrepidN/A
2001ChryslerLHSN/AExc. Climate Control
2001DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
2000Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
2000ChryslerCirrusN/A
2000ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
2000ChryslerIntrepidN/A
2000ChryslerLHSN/AExc. Climate Control
2000ChryslerSebringConvertibleN/A
2000DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
2000DodgeStratusN/A
2000PlymouthBreezeN/A
1999Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
1999ChryslerCirrusN/A
1999ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
1999ChryslerIntrepidN/A
1999ChryslerLHSN/AExc. Climate Control
1999ChryslerSebringConvertibleN/A
1999DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
1999DodgeStratusN/A
1999PlymouthBreezeN/A
1998Chrysler300MN/AExc. Climate Control
1998ChryslerCirrusN/A
1998ChryslerConcordeN/AExc. Climate Control
1998ChryslerIntrepidN/A
1998ChryslerSebringConvertibleN/A
1998DodgeIntrepidN/AExc. Climate Control
1998DodgeStratusN/A
1998PlymouthBreezeN/A
1997ChryslerCirrusN/A
1997ChryslerSebringConvertibleN/A
1997DodgeStratusN/A
1997PlymouthBreezeN/A
1996ChryslerCirrusN/A
1996ChryslerSebringConvertibleN/A
1996DodgeStratusN/A
1996PlymouthBreezeN/A
1995ChryslerCirrusN/A
1995DodgeStratusN/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
4P13254596191JA1463RU104RU897