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Dorman 973-539 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
| Brand | Dorman 973-539 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Mazda · 7 vehicles |
Resistor kit. Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for a complete electrical repair.
Harness included. Comes with a wire harness pigtail to replace a damaged connector.
Blade terminals. Female connector with male blade terminals for a secure electrical connection.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 204-0019, 3A1109 and GE6R61B15 for the same application. See all 6.
Dorman 973-539 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
Dorman 973-539 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit that replaces an overheated or corroded original resistor and restores blower speed control. It includes the resistor and a harness pigtail for a direct repair on select Mazda applications, including Mazda Protege and Mazda Protege5.
Key Features
- HVAC blower motor resistor kit for blower fan speed control repair
- Includes a replacement resistor and wire harness pigtail
- Female connector with male blade terminals for the repair connection
- 4-wire harness with a 6-inch harness length
- 2 mounting holes for OE-style installation points
- Compatible With 1999-2003 Mazda Protege and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5
Detailed Description
This Dorman blower motor resistor kit is built for vehicles that have lost one or more blower speeds due to heat damage, corrosion, or connector wear at the resistor circuit. The Dorman 973-539 combines the resistor and harness pigtail so the damaged electrical connection can be serviced at the same time, helping restore proper HVAC blower operation on 1999-2003 Mazda Protege and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5 models. This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 204-0019 for the same application.
Common Repair Symptoms
- Blower motor works only on certain fan speeds
- HVAC fan stops responding at lower or higher settings
- Burned, overheated, or corroded resistor connector
- Intermittent cabin airflow from the blower system
- Loss of climate control fan speed adjustment
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the resistor connector and surrounding wiring before installation. If the original connector shows heat damage or corrosion, replace the pigtail as part of the repair to help ensure a stable electrical connection. Verify the vehicle application by year and model before ordering, and confirm the connector style matches the existing HVAC harness on your Mazda Protege or Mazda Protege5.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies replacement electrical and HVAC components for direct-fit service applications. Part number 973-539 is built as a service solution for restoring blower motor resistor function on the listed Mazda vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Mazda | Protege | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 2003 | Mazda | Protege5 | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 2002 | Mazda | Protege | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 2002 | Mazda | Protege5 | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 2001 | Mazda | Protege | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 2000 | Mazda | Protege | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
| 1999 | Mazda | Protege | N/A | Blower Motor Resistor Kit includes Connector. |
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