Dorman 973-113 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

BMW HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Replacement

Restore cabin airflow control with this Dorman HVAC blower motor resistor, part number 973-113. It is a direct replacement for vehicles with a failed blower resistor and is built to match original equipment operation on select BMW models.

Key Features

• Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for OE-style fit and function
• Designed for heating and cooling fan speed control restoration
• 2 bolt holes for secure mounting
• Rectangular connector shape with 2 female connectors
• Blade terminal type with male terminals
• No wiring harness included
• No mounting hardware included
• Package contents: 1 blower motor resistor

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-113 is an HVAC blower motor resistor engineered for select BMW applications where the original resistor has burned out or stopped regulating fan speeds correctly. This replacement part is built to follow the operation and performance of the original component, helping restore proper blower motor control for the heating and air conditioning system. It is a fitment-based solution for BMW X3, X4, Z4, X1, X6, 128i, 135i, 135is, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, 335is, M3, X5, 1 Series M, 323i, 335d, 328xi, 335xi, 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi applications. This part number 973-113 also cross-references 64119265892 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Blower motor stuck on one speed
• No cabin fan operation at certain settings
• Intermittent HVAC fan speed control
• Loss of heating or cooling airflow through the vents
• Burned or failed original blower resistor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal layout, and mounting points before installation. This resistor uses 2 bolt holes, a rectangular 2-connector layout, and blade terminals with male terminals. No wiring harness or mounting hardware is included, so reuse or source the required vehicle-specific components as needed. Confirm exact BMW fitment by year and model before ordering, including 2011-2017 BMW X3, 2015-2017 BMW X4, 2009-2016 BMW Z4, and other listed applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs direct replacement parts to match original equipment function on specific vehicles. Part number 973-113 is built for the listed BMW applications and supports reliable HVAC blower motor resistor replacement.