Dorman 973-413 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-413
Gasket or Seal Included No
Mounting Hardware Included No
Package Contents Blower Motor Resistor and Instructions
Terminal Type Blade
Fits Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 66 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for a direct repair.

Blade terminals. Connects with a simple, serviceable electrical interface.

Replaces an overheated or corroded original equipment resistor.

Cross-references 4P1379, BMR037 and E3AZ19A706A for the same application. See all 6.

$37.12Free shipping
In stock · usually ships same day before 1pm CST
Step 1 — Confirm fitment
Free return shipping if it doesn't fit when you check fitment here first.
Select your vehicle to confirm fitment
Verify this part fits before purchasing — free returns if it doesn't
Step 2 — Quantity
Order total $37.12
Free shipping to the continental U.S.
Free returns within 60 days if it doesn't fit when fitment is verified.

Dorman 973-413 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-413 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit for vehicles that need replacement of an overheated or corroded original resistor and its harness pigtail. It is built for direct repair service on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications, including Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, and Town Car models with factory air conditioning or without climate control as listed.

Key Features

  • Includes a blower motor resistor and harness pigtail for the repair
  • Blade terminal type for the specified vehicle applications
  • Direct replacement for select HVAC blower motor resistor failures
  • Designed for Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and related platforms
  • Part number 973-413 for easy identification and ordering

Detailed Description

This HVAC blower motor resistor kit addresses common blower speed control failures caused by heat damage, corrosion, or connector wear at the resistor circuit. Dorman 973-413 is specified for select Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, Mercury Marauder, Lincoln Town Car, Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Ford LTD, Mercury Colony Park, Lincoln Mark VI, and Mercury Marquis applications, with fitment notes that vary by climate control and factory air conditioning configuration. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 4P1379, BMR037) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Blower motor speeds that stop working or only operate on certain settings
  • Heat-damaged resistor circuits in the HVAC control system
  • Corroded or worn electrical connections at the blower resistor
  • Intermittent cabin airflow caused by failing resistor terminals
  • HVAC fan control issues on Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s HVAC configuration before ordering, since fitment varies by climate control and factory air conditioning setup. Confirm the connector style and terminal layout against the original part, and inspect the blower motor connector for heat damage before installation. This kit includes the resistor and instructions; mounting hardware and a gasket or seal are not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement electrical components are built for service on the listed applications and are identified by part number 973-413 for accurate matching. Confirm fitment against the vehicle year, make, model, and HVAC configuration before installation.

This part fits 66 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
2005FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control; To 2/18/05
2005MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control; To 2/18/05
2004FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2004MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2004MercuryMarauder—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2003FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2003MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2003MercuryMarauder—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2002FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2002MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2001FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2001MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2000FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
2000MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1999FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1999MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1998FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1998MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1997FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1997LincolnTown Car—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1997MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1996FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1996LincolnTown Car—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1996MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1995FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1995LincolnTown Car—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1995MercuryGrand Marquis—N/Aw/Integral Air Conditioning
1994FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1994LincolnTown Car—N/AIncludes Connector; Exc. Climate Control
1994MercuryGrand Marquis—N/Aw/Integral Air Conditioning
1993FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1992FordCrown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1991FordLTD Crown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1990FordLTD Crown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1989FordLTD Crown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1989MercuryColony Park—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1989MercuryGrand Marquis—N/Aw/Integral Air Conditioning
1988FordLTD Crown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1988MercuryColony Park—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1988MercuryGrand Marquis—N/Aw/Integral Air Conditioning
1987FordLTD Crown Victoria—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1987MercuryColony Park—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1987MercuryGrand Marquis—N/Aw/Integral Air Conditioning
1986FordLTDCountry SquireN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1986FordLTDCountry Squire LXN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1986FordLTDCrown VictoriaN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1986FordLTDCrown Victoria LXN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1986MercuryGrand MarquisColony ParkN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1985FordLTDCountry SquireN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1985FordLTDCrown VictoriaN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1985MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1984FordLTDCountry SquireN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1984FordLTDCrown VictoriaN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1984MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1983FordLTDCountry SquireN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1983FordLTDCrown VictoriaN/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1983LincolnMark VI—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1983MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1982FordLTD—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1982LincolnMark VI—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1982MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1982MercuryMarquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1981FordLTD—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1981LincolnMark VI—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1981MercuryGrand Marquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
1981MercuryMarquis—N/AIncludes Connector for Factory Air Conditioning
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
4P1379BMR037E3AZ19A706AJA1517RU403RU1097