Standard Ignition RU496HTK HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit - Front

HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Kit for Astro and Safari

Standard Ignition RU496HTK is an HVAC blower motor resistor kit for front applications on select Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari vans. It is listed for vehicles with a high temperature connector and is a Blue Streak Premium Quality part for direct-fit service work.

Key Features

• HVAC blower motor resistor kit for front blower control circuits
• Fits 1996-2005 Chevrolet Astro, front, with high temperature connector
• Fits 1996-2005 GMC Safari, front, with high temperature connector
• Standard Ignition RU496HTK for targeted replacement matching the listed application
• Blue Streak Premium Quality line

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition RU496HTK is used in the HVAC electrical system to restore blower motor speed control on the listed Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. For buyers searching for a 1996-2005 Chevrolet Astro blower motor resistor kit or a 1996-2005 GMC Safari HVAC resistor with a high temperature connector, RU496HTK provides a direct application match by year, model, and position.

What It Helps Resolve

• Blower motor works only on certain fan speeds
• No cabin airflow from the HVAC blower on selected settings
• Intermittent blower speed operation
• Heat-related connector service needs at the resistor connection
• Failed front HVAC blower resistor circuit on Astro and Safari vans

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style before installation, since this listing specifies a high temperature connector. Confirm the vehicle is a front application and match the part number RU496HTK to the exact year, make, and model before replacement. For search accuracy, this part is commonly referenced as a Chevrolet Astro blower motor resistor kit and a GMC Safari HVAC resistor kit.

Quality Assurance

Blue Streak Premium Quality identifies the product line for this Standard Ignition part. Standard Ignition RU496HTK is cataloged for the listed fitment applications and is intended to meet the requirements of the specified HVAC resistor replacement.