Dorman 973-088 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
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Dorman 973-088 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-088
Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 1
Gasket or Seal Included Yes
Mounting Hardware Included No
Mounting Hole Quantity 2
Package Contents 1 Blower Motor Resistor Kit; Instructions
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 4
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 0
Wiring Harness Included No
Fits Kia · 3 vehicles

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

Blade terminals. Female connector with male terminals for a secure electrical connection.

Sealed connection. Includes a gasket or seal to help protect the repair.

Cross-references 0K08A61R20S, 4P1466 and JA1599 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 973-088 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-088 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit for restoring blower speed control on select vehicles. It includes a replacement resistor and harness pigtail for service on an overheated or corroded original equipment unit.

  • HVAC blower motor resistor kit for blower speed control repair
  • Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for connector-side service
  • Blade terminal design with 4 terminals and 1 female connector
  • 2 mounting holes and a gasket or seal included
  • Direct replacement for select 1998-2000 Kia Sportage applications

Application Details

Compatible with 1998-2000 Kia Sportage HVAC systems, this Dorman 973-088 replacement addresses common resistor and connector wear at the blower motor circuit. It is a practical choice when the original resistor has overheated, the connector has corroded, or blower speeds no longer respond correctly. This part cross-references RU474 and RU1167 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Blower motor works on only one speed
  • Intermittent HVAC fan operation
  • Noisy or unstable blower speed control
  • Heat damage at the resistor connector
  • Corrosion-related electrical resistance in the HVAC circuit

Installation Notes

Fits 1998-2000 Kia Sportage, N/A. Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting-hole layout before installation. Inspect the blower motor connector and surrounding wiring for heat damage, and replace any damaged terminals or melted insulation as needed. Follow the included instructions for proper installation and electrical connection.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this HVAC blower motor resistor kit as a service replacement for select OE applications. The included gasket or seal supports a secure fit at the mounting location, and the kit is built to replace an overheated or corroded original resistor assembly on the specified Kia Sportage models.

This part fits 3 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2000KiaSportageN/A—
1999KiaSportageN/A—
1998KiaSportageN/A—
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
0K08A61R20S4P1466JA1599RU474RU1167