Dorman 973-415 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
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Dorman 973-415 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-415
Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 1
Gasket or Seal Included Yes
Mounting Hardware Included No
Mounting Hole Quantity 2
Package Contents 1 Blower Motor Resistor; 1 Wiring Harness; Instructions
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 4
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 4
Wiring Harness Included Yes
Fits Ford and Mercury · 20 vehicles

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

Wiring harness included. Comes with a pigtail, gasket or seal, and instructions for easier installation.

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

Cross-references 3M5Z18591BA, 4P1579 and JA1702 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 973-415 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-415 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit that replaces a failed original resistor and includes the matching harness pigtail for the repair. It is built for vehicles where heat damage or corrosion has affected the blower speed circuit, including Ford Focus, Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique applications.

Key Features

  • HVAC blower motor resistor kit with resistor and wiring harness
  • Blade-style terminals with a 4-wire, 4-terminal layout
  • Female connector with male terminals for direct electrical repair
  • Includes a gasket or seal for the mounting interface
  • Two mounting holes for secure installation
  • Direct replacement for select Ford and Mercury HVAC blower resistor applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman blower motor resistor kit, part number 973-415, addresses common HVAC blower speed control failures caused by overheated or corroded original equipment components. The included harness pigtail helps restore the electrical connection at the resistor, which is important when the factory connector has been heat damaged. It is a practical replacement for select Ford Focus, Ford Contour, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Mystique models, and it cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

Compatible With 2000-2007 Ford Focus, 1997-2000 Ford Contour, 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, and 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique. The Dorman 973-415 is built around the original connector layout and mounting pattern to support a straightforward HVAC electrical repair.

Common Repair Symptoms

  • Blower motor only works on certain speed settings
  • No cabin airflow from the HVAC blower motor
  • Intermittent fan operation at the dash controls
  • Heat-damaged or corroded resistor connector
  • Burned or melted blower resistor wiring at the harness

Installation Notes

Inspect the blower motor connector, resistor cavity, and surrounding wiring before installation. Replace any heat-damaged terminals or melted insulation, and verify the connector orientation matches the original layout. Use the included instructions during installation and confirm proper blower speeds after the repair. This part number is 973-415.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies replacement electrical components for vehicle HVAC repairs, and this kit is configured to match the original resistor-and-harness service need on the listed Ford and Mercury applications. Part number 973-415 is intended for direct-fit repair use on the confirmed vehicles above.

This part fits 20 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2007FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2006FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2005FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2004FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2003FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2002FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2002MercuryCougarN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2001FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2001MercuryCougarN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2000FordContourN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2000FordFocusN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2000MercuryCougarN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
2000MercuryMystiqueN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1999FordContourN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1999MercuryCougarN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1999MercuryMystiqueN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1998FordContourN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1998MercuryMystiqueN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1997FordContourN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
1997MercuryMystiqueN/ABlower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector.
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
3M5Z18591BA4P1579JA1702RU427RU1120