Dorman 973-061 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor - Front

HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Replacement

Restore proper cabin airflow control with this Dorman HVAC blower motor resistor, part number 973-061. It is a direct replacement for vehicles with automatic temperature control and is built to match the operation and performance of the original equipment.

• Direct replacement blower motor resistor for OE-style fit and function
• Designed for vehicles with automatic temperature control
• Features 2 rectangular female connectors with 5 male blade terminals
• Includes blower motor resistor and instructions
• Cross-references Eastern Catalytic 20371 for the same application

Fitment Details

Compatible With 1996-2007 Ford Taurus, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1995-2005 Mercury Sable, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1991-2002 Lincoln Continental, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1996-2002 Mercury Villager, Front, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1995-2001 Ford Sable, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1997-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control. Compatible With 1995 Ford Contour, N/A, w/Auto Temperature Control.

What It Helps Fix

• Blower motor speeds that stop working or work intermittently
• Loss of proper heating and cooling fan control
• Cabin airflow that stays stuck on one speed
• HVAC performance issues caused by a burnt-out resistor

Installation Notes

Verify connector style, terminal count, and automatic temperature control before installation. This resistor uses blade terminals and a rectangular 2-connector layout, and no wiring harness or mounting hardware is included. Follow the included instructions and inspect the blower motor circuit for heat damage or corrosion before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this replacement resistor as an OE-style solution for restoring HVAC blower motor operation on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. Part number 973-061 is engineered to match original equipment performance on the listed applications.