Four Seasons
Motor Resistor

Four Seasons 20738 HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

Brand Four Seasons 20738
Connector Gender Female / female
Connector Shape Square / rectangle
Description Hvac blower motor resistor
Meets / Exceeds OEM? Yes
Number of Terminals 4 / 2
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Type Blade
Type Resistors
Product line Motor Resistor
Fits Audi and Porsche · 59 vehicles

OE specification match. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable HVAC electrical replacement.

Direct electrical fit. Female/female connector layout with blade terminals for precise connection.

Proven brand line. Four Seasons Motor Resistor parts draw on decades of mobile A/C experience.

Cross-references Dorman - HELP 20738, Global Parts Distributors LLC 1713508 and 4P1838 for the same application. See all 11.

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HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Overview

Four Seasons 20738 is an HVAC blower motor resistor built for direct replacement service in select Audi and Porsche applications. It meets or exceeds OEM requirements and uses a female/female connector layout with blade terminals for a precise electrical connection.

Key Features

  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications for the application.
  • Female/female connector design with square and rectangle connector shapes.
  • Blade terminal construction with 4 / 2 terminal configuration.
  • Engineered and tested for long service life.
  • Four Seasons Motor Resistor line backed by more than 50 years of mobile A/C experience.

Detailed Description

This Four Seasons blower motor resistor, part number 20738, is used to control blower motor speed in compatible HVAC systems. It is a fitment-based replacement for select Porsche Macan models and several Audi platforms, including A4, A5, Q5, S4, S5, SQ5, RS5, allroad, and related Quattro applications. This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 20738 for the same application.

The Motor Resistor product line focuses on OE-style electrical replacement parts for climate control repair. Four Seasons 20738 is built to restore proper blower operation when the original resistor has failed or the HVAC fan no longer responds correctly at certain speed settings. The part number 20738 is commonly searched for Audi A4 blower motor resistor and Porsche Macan HVAC resistor replacement needs.

What It Is Used For

  • Restoring blower fan speed control when one or more speeds stop working.
  • Replacing a failed HVAC resistor that causes intermittent cabin airflow.
  • Correcting electrical resistance issues in the blower motor circuit.
  • Addressing HVAC fan operation problems in Audi and Porsche climate systems.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and vehicle fitment before installation. Match the part number 20738 to the original resistor configuration and confirm the application against the vehicle's HVAC system details. Use the listed fitment data for exact compatibility with the specific Audi and Porsche models shown.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons states that its products are engineered and tested for years of trouble-free operation. The brand also draws on more than 50 years of mobile A/C experience in HVAC component development.

This part fits 59 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelNotes
2025PorscheMacan—
2024PorscheMacan—
2023PorscheMacan—
2022PorscheMacan—
2021PorscheMacan—
2020PorscheMacan—
2019PorscheMacanMotor Resistor
2018PorscheMacanMotor Resistor
2017AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
2017AudiQ5Motor Resistor
2017AudiS5Motor Resistor
2017AudiSQ5Motor Resistor
2017PorscheMacanMotor Resistor
2016AudiA4Motor Resistor
2016AudiA4 allroadMotor Resistor
2016AudiA4 QuattroMotor Resistor
2016AudiA5Motor Resistor
2016AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
2016AudiallroadMotor Resistor
2016AudiQ5Motor Resistor
2016AudiS4Motor Resistor
2016AudiS5Motor Resistor
2016AudiSQ5Motor Resistor
2016PorscheMacanMotor Resistor
2015AudiA4Motor Resistor
2015AudiA4 allroadMotor Resistor
2015AudiA4 QuattroMotor Resistor
2015AudiA5Motor Resistor
2015AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
2015AudiallroadMotor Resistor
2015AudiQ5Motor Resistor
2015AudiRS5Motor Resistor
2015AudiS4Motor Resistor
2015AudiS5Motor Resistor
2015AudiSQ5Motor Resistor
2015PorscheMacanMotor Resistor
2014AudiA4Motor Resistor
2014AudiA4 allroadMotor Resistor
2014AudiA4 QuattroMotor Resistor
2014AudiA5Motor Resistor
2014AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
2014AudiallroadMotor Resistor
2014AudiQ5Motor Resistor
2014AudiRS5Motor Resistor
2014AudiS4Motor Resistor
2014AudiS5Motor Resistor
2014AudiSQ5Motor Resistor
2013AudiA4Motor Resistor
2013AudiA4 allroadMotor Resistor
2013AudiA4 QuattroMotor Resistor
2013AudiA5Motor Resistor
2013AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
2013AudiallroadMotor Resistor
2013AudiQ5Motor Resistor
2013AudiRS5Motor Resistor
2013AudiS4Motor Resistor
2013AudiS5Motor Resistor
2012AudiA5Motor Resistor
2012AudiA5 QuattroMotor Resistor
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