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Dorman 973-424 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
| Brand | Dorman 973-424 |
|---|---|
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Quantity | 2 |
| Gasket or Seal Included | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 2 |
| Package Contents | 1 Blower Motor Resistor; 1 Wire Harness; Mounting Plate |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Quantity | 5 |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
| Wire Quantity | 5 |
| Wiring Harness Included | Yes |
| Wiring Harness Length | 6 |
| Fits | Jeep · 3 vehicles |
Resistor kit. Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for a complete repair.
Wiring harness included. Comes with a 6-inch pigtail and mounting plate for easier replacement.
Blade terminals. Female connector with 5-wire, 5-terminal construction for secure connections.
Cross-references Standard Ignition RU1051, 3A1102 and 5012699AA for the same application. See all 6.
Dorman 973-424 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
Dorman 973-424 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit for vehicles with climate control that need a replacement for an overheated or corroded original resistor. It includes the resistor and a harness pigtail to restore blower speed control on select applications, including 1999-2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee with climate control.
Key Features
- HVAC blower motor resistor kit with resistor and wire harness pigtail
- Direct replacement for a damaged original resistor on select vehicles
- 5-wire, 5-terminal design with blade terminals
- Female connector and male terminals for the specified application
- 6-inch wiring harness length
- Package contents include a blower motor resistor, wire harness, and mounting plate
- Compatible with 1999-2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee, climate control
Detailed Description
This Dorman HVAC blower motor resistor kit is built for climate control systems that have lost blower speed function because the original resistor has overheated or the connector has corroded. The included harness pigtail addresses heat-damaged wiring at the connector, helping restore a secure electrical connection. Dorman 973-424 is a practical replacement for 1999-2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with climate control, and it cross-references Standard Ignition RU1051 for the same application.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Blower motor only works on certain fan speeds
- No airflow from the HVAC vents at selected settings
- Heat damage at the resistor connector
- Corrosion or melting at the original harness plug
- Intermittent blower operation caused by electrical resistance issues
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle uses climate control before ordering. Inspect the connector, terminals, and surrounding wiring for heat damage before installation, and replace any damaged sections as needed. Confirm the mounting plate and terminal layout match the original part, and transfer the unit carefully to avoid stressing the HVAC wiring.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this resistor kit as a replacement solution for select OE-style HVAC electrical repairs. The part is engineered to address common failure points in the resistor and connector assembly for a proper service replacement.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee | N/A | Climate Control |
| 2000 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee | N/A | Climate Control |
| 1999 | Jeep | Grand Cherokee | N/A | Climate Control |
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