Dorman 973-071 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
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Dorman 973-071 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-071
Connector Gender Male
Connector Quantity 1
Gasket or Seal Included No
Mounting Hardware Included No
Mounting Hole Quantity 2
Package Contents 1 Blower Motor Resistor; 1 Wire Harness; 4 Butt Connectors
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 4
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 4
Wiring Harness Included Yes
Wiring Harness Length 10.8
Fits Chevrolet and Pontiac · 17 vehicles

Resistor kit. Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for a complete repair.

Blade terminals. Male connector and terminals provide a secure electrical connection.

Wiring harness included. Comes with a 4-wire harness and butt connectors for installation.

Cross-references 4P1431, 96435889 and RU459 for the same application. See all 4.

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Dorman 973-071 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-071 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit that replaces an overheated or corroded original resistor on select vehicles. It includes the resistor and a harness pigtail to restore blower speed control in manual air conditioning systems.

  • Direct replacement blower motor resistor kit for manual HVAC controls
  • Includes resistor and wiring harness pigtail for connector repair
  • Blade-style terminals with a male connector and male terminal design
  • 4-wire harness with 10.8-inch wiring harness length
  • 2 mounting holes for OE-style installation points
  • Package contents: blower motor resistor, wire harness, and butt connectors

Vehicle Fitment

  • Fits 2004-2011 Chevrolet Aveo, manual air conditioning controls.
  • Fits 2006-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5, manual air conditioning controls.
  • Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac G3, manual air conditioning controls.
  • Fits 2009 Pontiac G3 Wave, manual air conditioning controls.

This Dorman blower motor resistor kit is a practical OE-style repair for vehicles with manual HVAC control systems. It is commonly selected when the original resistor has failed from heat damage or when the connector has been affected by corrosion or terminal wear. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

For shoppers searching for a 2004-2011 Chevrolet Aveo blower motor resistor, a 2006-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 HVAC resistor replacement, or a 2009 Pontiac G3 blower motor resistor kit, Dorman 973-071 provides the resistor and harness needed to address the electrical connection at the blower circuit. The blade terminal design and 4-wire layout match the needs of the listed manual A/C applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Blower motor only works on certain fan speeds
  • No airflow from the HVAC vents due to resistor failure
  • Heat-damaged or corroded resistor connector
  • Intermittent blower operation caused by worn terminals
  • Electrical resistance issues in the blower motor circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify that the vehicle uses manual air conditioning controls before ordering. Inspect the blower connector and surrounding wiring for heat damage before installation, and replace any damaged terminals as needed. Confirm the mounting points and harness routing match the original layout before reconnecting the HVAC circuit.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement electrical and HVAC components for service repairs on select vehicle applications. Part number 973-071 is built as a replacement solution for the original blower motor resistor and connector interface on the listed Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Aveo5, Pontiac G3, and Pontiac G3 Wave applications.

This part fits 17 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2011ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2011ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2010ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2010ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2010PontiacG3N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2009ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2009ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2009PontiacG3N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2009PontiacG3 WaveN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2008ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2008ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2007ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2007ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2006ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2006ChevroletAveo5N/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2005ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
2004ChevroletAveoN/ACompatible with vehicles equipped with manual air conditioning controls.
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
4P143196435889RU459RU1152