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Dorman 973-541 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
| Brand | Dorman 973-541 |
|---|---|
| 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 | Honda and Acura · 12 vehicles |
Resistor kit. Includes a resistor and harness pigtail for a complete electrical repair.
Harness included. Comes with a wire harness to replace damaged or corroded connections.
Blade terminals. Female connector with male blade terminals for a secure electrical fit.
Cross-references Autotecnica HA0613490, 3A1268 and 79330S3VA01 for the same application. See all 7.
Dorman 973-541 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit
Dorman 973-541 is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit that replaces an overheated or corroded original resistor on select Honda and Acura vehicles. It includes the resistor and a replacement harness pigtail to restore blower speed control and electrical connection integrity.
Key Features
- Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor kit for select applications
- Includes a resistor and wire harness pigtail for connector repair
- 4-wire, 4-terminal design with blade terminals
- Female connector with male terminals
- 6-inch wiring harness length
- 2 mounting holes for OE-style installation points
- Fits 2003-2008 Honda Pilot, main unit; includes connector
- Fits 2001-2006 Acura MDX, main unit; includes connector
Detailed Description
This Dorman blower motor resistor kit is built for vehicles where the original resistor has failed from heat damage or corrosion at the connector. Part number 973-541 restores blower motor speed control by replacing the resistor and the damaged harness pigtail in one service repair. It is a practical OE-style solution for Honda Pilot and Acura MDX HVAC electrical connector repairs, especially when the original plug shows signs of overheating or terminal wear. This part cross-references Autotecnica HA0613490 for the same application.
Common Problems It Can Help Solve
- Blower motor only works on certain fan speeds
- No cabin airflow from the HVAC blower motor
- Intermittent blower operation caused by a damaged resistor circuit
- Heat-damaged or corroded blower resistor connector
- Electrical resistance issues at the HVAC blower motor resistor harness
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 vehicle fitment for 2003-2008 Honda Pilot and 2001-2006 Acura MDX applications listed for this part number 973-541.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies replacement electrical and HVAC components engineered to address common OE failure points. This kit is intended to replace the original resistor and connector assembly on the listed Honda Pilot and Acura MDX applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2007 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2006 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2006 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2005 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2005 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2004 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2004 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2003 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2003 | Honda | Pilot | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2002 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
| 2001 | Acura | MDX | N/A | Main Unit; Includes Connector |
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