Dorman 973-045 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor - Rear

Dorman 973-045 Rear Blower Motor Resistor

Restore rear HVAC blower operation with this direct replacement blower motor resistor from Dorman. Built for select Chrysler and Dodge minivans, Dorman 973-045 is designed to match original equipment function for rear heating and cooling control.

Key Features

• Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for rear climate systems
• Matches OE operation and performance on listed vehicles
• Rectangular 1-connector design with 5 male terminals
• Blade terminal type with female connector gender
• Mounts with 2 bolt holes
• Package includes the blower motor resistor and instructions

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-045 is a rear HVAC blower motor resistor for select 2001-2005 Chrysler Town & Country, Chrysler Voyager, Dodge Caravan, and Dodge Grand Caravan models. It is engineered as a direct replacement for the original resistor used in rear blower speed control circuits, helping restore proper fan operation in vehicles with rear climate systems. This part cross-references Chrysler OE part number 5019189AA for the same application.

Compatible With 2003-2005 Chrysler Town & Country, rear; 2003-2005 Chrysler Voyager, rear; 2003-2005 Dodge Caravan, rear; 2003-2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, rear; 2001-2002 Chrysler Town & Country, rear; 2001-2002 Chrysler Voyager, rear; 2001-2002 Dodge Caravan, rear; and 2001-2002 Dodge Grand Caravan, rear. For buyers searching for a rear blower motor resistor for Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Grand Caravan, part number 973-045 provides a direct-fit service replacement.

Common Problems It Can Help Solve

• Rear blower fan stuck on one speed
• Loss of one or more rear fan speeds
• Intermittent rear HVAC blower operation
• No rear air movement from the climate system
• Burnt or failed blower resistor in the rear HVAC circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment and confirm the vehicle is not equipped with climate control on 2003-2005 applications, as noted in the fitment data. Inspect the connector, terminals, and surrounding wiring for heat damage before installation. This resistor uses a single rectangular connector with 5 terminals and does not include a wiring harness or mounting hardware.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs replacement components to match the function and performance of the original part on the listed applications. Dorman 973-045 is built for direct replacement use in the rear HVAC system of select Chrysler and Dodge minivans.