Dorman 973-478 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit - Rear

Brand Dorman 973-478
Position Rear
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; 2 Wire Harnesses; 5 Butt Connectors; Instructions
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 5
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 5
Wiring Harness Included Yes
Wiring Harness Length 5
Fits Ford · 111 vehicles

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

Harness included. Comes with wiring harnesses, butt connectors, and instructions.

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

Cross-references 4P1386, E8UZ19A706A and JA1524 for the same application. See all 3.

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Dorman HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Dorman 973-478 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit for rear auxiliary heater or A/C systems on select Ford vans. It includes the resistor and a harness pigtail to address heat-damaged or corroded electrical connections that can affect rear blower operation.

  • HVAC blower motor resistor kit for rear auxiliary climate control systems
  • Includes a replacement resistor and harness pigtail
  • 5-wire harness with blade terminals and female connector
  • 2 mounting holes for OE-style installation points
  • Built for select Ford E-Series and Econoline rear HVAC applications

Fitment Details

Compatible With rear auxiliary heater or A/C applications on select Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and Econoline models. Fits 2002-2004 Ford E-150, Rear; Fits 2003-2004 Ford E-150 Club Wagon, Rear; Fits 2003-2004 Ford E-250, Rear; Fits 2002-2004 Ford E-350 Club Wagon, Rear; Fits 1999-2004 Ford E-350 Super Duty, Rear; Fits 1999-2004 Ford Econoline, Rear; Fits 1986-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline, Rear; Fits 1986-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Rear; Fits 1986-2002 Ford E-250 Econoline, Rear; Fits 1986-2002 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Rear; Fits 1986-2000 Ford E-350 Econoline, Rear; Fits 1986-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, Rear.

This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 4P1386 and E8UZ19A706A for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Rear blower motor speeds that stop working or work intermittently
  • Heat damage at the resistor connector or harness
  • Corrosion at the electrical terminals
  • Loss of rear HVAC fan control in Ford E-Series vans
  • Poor electrical contact at the blower resistor circuit

Installation Notes

Inspect the connector, terminals, and surrounding wiring before installation. Replace any overheated or damaged pigtail sections, and follow the included instructions for proper wire splicing and mounting alignment. Verify the vehicle uses a rear auxiliary heater or A/C system before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this resistor kit as a direct replacement service part for select Ford rear HVAC applications. The package contents include the blower motor resistor, harnesses, butt connectors, and instructions to support a complete repair.

This part fits 111 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2004FordE-150RearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2004FordE-150 Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2004FordE-250RearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2004FordE-350 Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2004FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2004FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordE-150RearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordE-150 Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordE-250RearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordE-350 Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2003FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-150RearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-350 Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2002FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2001FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
2000FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordE-350 Super DutyRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1999FordEconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1998FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1998FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1998FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1998FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1998FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1997FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1997FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1997FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1997FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1997FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1996FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1996FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1996FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1996FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1996FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1995FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1995FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1995FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1995FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1995FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1994FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1994FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1994FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1994FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1994FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1993FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1993FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1993FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1993FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1993FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1992FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1992FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1992FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1992FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1992FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1991FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1990FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1989FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1988FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1987FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-150 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-250 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-350 EconolineRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
1986FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonRearCompatible with vehicles equipped with Rear Auxiliary Heater or A/C.
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
4P1386E8UZ19A706AJA1524