Dorman 973-176 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Brand Dorman 973-176
Bolt Hole Quantity 2
Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 2
Connector Shape Rectangular
Mounting Hardware Included No
Package Contents Blower Motor Resistor and Instructions
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 2
Terminal Quantity 3
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 0
Wiring Harness Included No
Fits Jeep · 6 vehicles

Direct replacement. Restores proper heating and cooling functionality.

OE-style operation. Matches original equipment performance.

Blower motor resistor. Replaces a burnt-out resistor to restore HVAC control.

Cross-references Four Seasons 20280, Standard Ignition RU1051 and 5012699AA for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 973-176 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore proper cabin airflow control with this Dorman HVAC blower motor resistor for select Jeep Grand Cherokee models. It is a direct replacement for the original resistor and is built to match OE operation and performance on vehicles with climate control.

Key Features

  • Direct replacement blower motor resistor for HVAC blower speed control
  • Designed for 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, climate control
  • Rectangular connector shape with female connector gender and male terminals
  • 2 bolt holes for mounting
  • Package contents include the blower motor resistor and instructions
  • Cross-references Four Seasons 20280 for the same application

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-176 is an HVAC blower motor resistor engineered for select Jeep Grand Cherokee climate control systems. When the original resistor burns out, blower speeds can stop working correctly or the HVAC fan may only operate on certain settings. This replacement is built to restore normal heating and cooling fan operation by matching the function of the original equipment resistor. It uses 2 connectors, a rectangular connector shape, blade terminals, and a 2-bolt mounting layout for a direct-fit installation on the listed application. This part also cross-references Standard Ignition RU1051 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • HVAC blower fan stuck on one speed
  • Loss of one or more blower speed settings
  • Intermittent cabin airflow control
  • Burnt or failed blower motor resistor
  • Heating and cooling performance issues caused by resistor failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, climate control. Verify connector style, terminal layout, and mounting points before installation. The part includes instructions; wiring harness and mounting hardware are not included. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed climate control configuration before replacing the resistor.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original equipment function and performance on the specified application. Part number 973-176 is built as a direct replacement for the factory blower motor resistor used in the listed Jeep Grand Cherokee models.

This part fits 6 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2004JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
2003JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
2002JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
2001JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
2000JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
1999JeepGrand CherokeeN/AClimate Control
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Four Seasons — 20280Standard Ignition — RU10515012699AACR159RU358