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Standard RU573T HVAC Blower Motor Resistor - Front
Reliable HVAC Blower Motor Resistor for Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury
The Standard RU573T HVAC blower motor resistor is designed to restore proper blower motor function in select Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. Engineered with a female connector and male blade terminals, this resistor ensures consistent airflow control for your vehicle's heating and cooling system.
- Connector Gender: Female for secure connection
- Connector Quantity: 1 connector for streamlined installation
- Terminal Gender: Male blade terminals for reliable electrical contact
- Terminal Quantity: 4 terminals to match OEM specifications
- Terminal Type: Blade terminals compatible with factory wiring
- Hardware not included
Product Details and Compatibility
The RU573T blower motor resistor by Standard is specifically designed to fit a range of Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury models, including the Ford Escape, Expedition, Explorer, F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, Mustang, and Taurus, as well as Lincoln MKS, MKT, Navigator, and Mercury Mariner, Montego, and Tribute. This part meets the electrical and physical specifications required for proper HVAC blower motor speed control, ensuring your vehicle’s climate control system operates smoothly.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores blower motor speed control in Ford Escape and Lincoln Navigator HVAC systems
- Resolves inconsistent or non-functioning blower motor speeds in Mazda Tribute and Mercury Mariner
- Fixes blower motor resistor failures causing no airflow or limited fan speeds in Ford F-250 Super Duty and Mustang
- Addresses HVAC blower motor resistor faults in Lincoln MKS and Mercury Montego
- Improves climate control performance in Ford Taurus and Taurus X models
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Standard RU573T blower motor resistor, ensure the female connector is properly seated to avoid electrical issues. Verify that the four male blade terminals align with the vehicle’s wiring harness terminals. Since hardware is not included, retain original mounting screws or source appropriate fasteners. Always disconnect the vehicle battery before installation to prevent electrical shorts.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Standard parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications for durability and performance. The RU573T blower motor resistor undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure reliable operation in compatible Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. Please refer to Standard’s warranty policy for coverage details.
| Brand | Standard |
| Part Number | RU573T |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Quantity | 1 |
| Hardware Included | No |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Quantity | 4 |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
This part fits 80 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2019 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2019 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2019 | Lincoln | MKT | Front | |||
| 2018 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2018 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2018 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2018 | Lincoln | MKT | Front | |||
| 2017 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2017 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2017 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2017 | Lincoln | MKT | Front | |||
| 2016 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2016 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2016 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKT | Front | |||
| 2015 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2015 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2015 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKT | Front | |||
| 2014 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2014 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2014 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |||
| 2014 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2014 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2013 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2013 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2013 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |||
| 2013 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2013 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2012 | Ford | Escape | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2012 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2012 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2012 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |||
| 2012 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2012 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2011 | Ford | Escape | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2011 | Ford | Explorer | Front | |||
| 2011 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2011 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |||
| 2011 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2011 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2011 | Mazda | Tribute | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2011 | Mercury | Mariner | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2010 | Ford | Escape | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2010 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2010 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | |||
| 2010 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | |||
| 2010 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2010 | Mazda | Tribute | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2010 | Mercury | Mariner | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Escape | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Ford | F-250 Super Duty | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Ford | F-350 Super Duty | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Flex | Front | |||
| 2009 | Ford | Mustang | N/A | From 3/09 | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Taurus X | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | |||
| 2009 | Mazda | Tribute | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2009 | Mercury | Mariner | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Escape | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Expedition | Front | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Ford | F-250 Super Duty | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Ford | F-350 Super Duty | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Taurus X | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2008 | Lincoln | Navigator | Front | |||
| 2008 | Mercury | Mariner | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2007 | Ford | Expedition | Front | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2007 | Ford | Five Hundred | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2007 | Ford | Freestyle | Front | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2007 | Lincoln | Navigator | Front | |||
| 2007 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2006 | Ford | Five Hundred | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2006 | Ford | Freestyle | Front | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2006 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2005 | Ford | Five Hundred | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2005 | Ford | Freestyle | Front | w/ Auto. Temp Control | ||
| 2005 | Mercury | Montego | N/A | w/ Auto. Temp Control |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.