Dorman 973-106 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Dorman 973-106 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore proper cabin airflow control with this direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor from Dorman. Built for select Audi models with the Climatronic control system, it helps bring back the fan speed operation needed for consistent heating and cooling performance.

• Direct replacement blower motor resistor for select Audi HVAC systems
• Matches original equipment operation and performance on supported vehicles
• Blade terminal design with female connectors and male terminals
• 2 bolt holes for secure mounting
• Connector layout: rectangular and square
• Fits Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A5, A5 Quattro, A4 allroad, Q5, RS5, S4, A8 Quattro, and S8 applications with Climatronic Control System

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 973-106 is an HVAC blower motor resistor designed for vehicles that use a Climatronic Control System. It is engineered as a direct replacement for the original resistor, helping restore blower motor speed control when the factory unit has failed. This part number 973-106 is used across multiple Audi platforms, including Audi A4 and Audi Q5 applications, as well as larger models such as the Audi A8 Quattro and S8.

This part cross-references URO 8K0820521B for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Blower motor stuck on one speed
• Loss of lower or higher fan speeds
• Intermittent HVAC fan operation
• No cabin airflow from the blower motor
• Poor heating and cooling control in the cabin

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is equipped with the Climatronic Control System before ordering. Confirm connector style, terminal count, and mounting points against the original resistor to ensure proper installation. This resistor uses blade terminals, 2 connector locations, and 2 bolt holes, and it does not include a wiring harness or mounting hardware.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this HVAC blower motor resistor as a direct replacement for the original equipment on supported Audi applications, with fitment and function matched to the factory part for reliable HVAC fan speed control.