Dorman 973-524 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
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Dorman 973-524 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

Brand Dorman 973-524
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; 1 Wire Harness
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 4
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 4
Wiring Harness Included Yes
Wiring Harness Length 6
Fits Kia · 2 vehicles

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

Harness included. Comes with a wire harness to replace a corroded or overheated original part.

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

Cross-references 0K08A61R20A, 4P1772 and 204-0069 for the same application. See all 6.

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Dorman 973-524 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit

This Dorman HVAC blower motor resistor kit restores blower speed control on select Kia Sportage models. It includes a replacement resistor and harness pigtail for vehicles with heat-damaged or corroded original connectors, helping address common electrical failures in the HVAC blower circuit.

Key Features

  • Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor kit for select applications
  • Includes a resistor and wire harness pigtail for connector repair
  • Female connector with male blade terminals
  • 4-wire harness with 6-inch wiring harness length
  • 2 mounting holes and 4 terminals for the specified application
  • Package contents: 1 blower motor resistor; 1 wire harness

Detailed Description

Dorman 973-524 is built for 2001-2002 Kia Sportage HVAC systems where the original blower motor resistor or connector has overheated, corroded, or otherwise failed. This resistor kit addresses blower speed control issues by replacing the electrical component and the damaged harness connection point in one service part. It is a practical OE-style repair for Kia Sportage blower motor resistor replacement needs, especially when the factory connector shows signs of heat damage.

This part cross-references 0K08A61R20A and RU475 for the same application. Use Dorman 973-524 when servicing a 2001-2002 Kia Sportage blower motor resistor circuit and connector repair.

What It Helps Fix

  • Blower motor works only on certain fan speeds
  • No cabin airflow from the HVAC blower circuit
  • Intermittent blower operation caused by a failing resistor
  • Heat-damaged or corroded resistor connector terminals
  • Electrical resistance issues in the HVAC blower control circuit

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting-hole layout before installation. Inspect the blower motor connector and surrounding wiring for heat damage, corrosion, or melted insulation, and repair any damaged wiring before installing the new resistor kit. Confirm fitment for 2001-2002 Kia Sportage models only.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement electrical components for vehicle-specific repairs. This kit is intended for direct service on the listed Kia Sportage applications and follows the original connector and resistor layout for the confirmed fitment.

This part fits 2 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002KiaSportageN/A—
2001KiaSportageN/A—
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
0K08A61R20A4P1772204-0069JA1894RU475RU1168