Dorman 973-138 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-138
Connector Gender Female
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
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 4
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 4
Wiring Harness Included Yes
Wiring Harness Length 8.2
Fits Toyota · 3 vehicles

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

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

Harness included. Comes with a wire harness and resistor in one package.

Cross-references 3A1207, 8713889105 and JA1355 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 973-138 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-138 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit that replaces an overheated or corroded original resistor and restores blower speed control. It includes the resistor and a harness pigtail for a direct repair on select Toyota Pickup applications.

Key Features

  • Includes a blower motor resistor and wire harness pigtail
  • Blade terminal design with 4-wire, 4-terminal construction
  • Female connector with male terminals for proper electrical connection
  • 8.2-inch wiring harness length
  • 2 mounting holes for secure installation
  • Direct replacement for select 1989-1991 Toyota Pickup HVAC systems

Detailed Description

This HVAC blower motor resistor kit is built for vehicles that have lost one or more blower speeds due to heat damage, corrosion, or connector wear. Dorman 973-138 addresses the resistor and the harness side of the repair, helping restore reliable blower motor operation in 1989-1991 Toyota Pickup models made in Japan. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 3A1207 and RU246 for the same application.

Compatible With 1989-1991 Toyota Pickup, N/A. Use Dorman 973-138 when the original resistor shows signs of overheating, melted terminals, or intermittent blower performance. The part number 973-138 is a practical replacement choice for Toyota Pickup HVAC electrical repairs where the connector has also been affected.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

  • Blower motor works on only certain fan speeds
  • No airflow from the HVAC vents at selected settings
  • Intermittent blower operation caused by heat-damaged resistor circuits
  • Corroded or burned electrical connector at the resistor
  • HVAC fan speed control failure in the dash system

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the blower motor connector, resistor cavity, and surrounding wiring before installation. If the original resistor overheated, repair any damaged terminals or melted insulation so the new part can operate correctly. Confirm blade terminal orientation, mounting hole alignment, and harness routing before reconnecting the HVAC electrical circuit. Dorman 973-138 is listed for 1989-1991 Toyota Pickup applications, made in Japan.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies replacement electrical components engineered to address common failure points in original HVAC circuits. This kit is intended to replace a damaged resistor and harness assembly on the specified Toyota Pickup fitment.

This part fits 3 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypeDrive TypePositionNotes
1991ToyotaPickupExtended Cab Pickup4WDN/AMade in Japan.
1990ToyotaPickupExtended Cab Pickup4WDN/AMade in Japan.
1989ToyotaPickupExtended Cab Pickup4WDN/AMade in Japan.
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
3A12078713889105JA1355RU246RU946