Dorman 984-516 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Brand Dorman 984-516
Bolt Hole Quantity 2
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 0
Connector Quantity 1
Connector Shape Square
Terminal Quantity 4
Connector Gender Female
Terminal Gender Male
Wiring Harness Included No
Mounting Hardware Included No
Package Contents Blower motor resistor and instructions
Fits Subaru · 20 vehicles

Direct replacement. Matches original operation and performance for proper heating and cooling control.

Blade terminals. Square female connector with four male terminals for a secure electrical connection.

Blower motor resistor for restoring HVAC blower speed control.

Cross-references 73533AJ00A, JA1868 and RU694 for the same application. See all 4.

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Dorman 984-516 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Restore proper cabin airflow control with this direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor from Dorman. Built for select Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback models with automatic air conditioning, part number 984-516 helps return fan speed operation to normal when the original resistor has failed.

Key Features

  • Direct replacement HVAC blower motor resistor for select Subaru applications
  • Designed to match original equipment operation and performance
  • Square 1-connector design with 4 male terminals and 1 female connector
  • Blade terminal type for OE-style electrical connection
  • Mounts with 2 bolt holes
  • Package includes the blower motor resistor and instructions

Application Details

Compatible with 2010-2019 Subaru Legacy, automatic air conditioning (w/AC), and 2010-2019 Subaru Outback, automatic air conditioning (w/AC). If you are searching for a Subaru Legacy blower motor resistor or a Subaru Outback HVAC resistor replacement, Dorman 984-516 is built for the listed automatic climate control applications.

This part cross-references 73533AJ00A and JA1868 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Blower motor stuck on one speed
  • No cabin fan operation
  • Intermittent heater or A/C blower performance
  • Loss of lower or higher fan speed settings
  • Overheated or burnt resistor failure

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle uses automatic air conditioning before ordering. Match the connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style to the original part before installation. No wiring harness or mounting hardware is included, so reuse the existing vehicle hardware where applicable. Follow the included instructions and confirm proper blower speeds after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this resistor as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on the listed Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback models. Part number 984-516 is intended to restore normal heating and cooling fan control when the factory resistor has failed.

This part fits 20 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2019SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2019SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2018SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2018SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2017SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2017SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2016SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2016SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2015SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2015SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2014SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2014SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2013SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2013SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2012SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2012SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2011SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2011SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2010SubaruLegacyN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
2010SubaruOutbackN/AAutomatic Air Conditioning (w/AC)
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
73533AJ00AJA1868RU694RU1383