Blower Motor Resistor & Control Module – Key Features at a Glance
Blower motor resistors and electronic control modules regulate fan speed in vehicle HVAC systems.
Two types:
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Resistor‑based – uses series resistors to drop voltage; provides 3–4 fixed speeds. Generates heat, needs cooling fins; prone to thermal failure.
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Electronic module – uses PWM (pulse‑width modulation) for infinitely variable, smooth speed control. More efficient, with built‑in overcurrent, overheat, and short‑circuit protection.
Common features: compact design, plug‑and‑play connectors, integrated thermal fuse (resistor type), and diagnostic capability (module type). Operating voltage: 12V (24V for trucks); temperature range: –40°C to +85°C.
Failure signs: fan only works on highest speed (resistor burned out) or no speed variation at all (module failed).
Applications: passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and aftermarket replacements – essential for cabin comfort and defogging.
Blow Resistor|OE:10351255,10351295,15217401,25928168DORMAN:973-536 973-180|Model:Buick 2005-02, Chevrolet 2005-01, Oldsmobile 2004-01, Pontiac 2005-01
Blow Resistor|OE:12135102,15304891,89018437,89019101DORMAN:973-000 973-408|Model:Buick 2005-97, Chevrolet 2003-97, Oldsmobile 2002-97, Pontiac 2003-97
Blow Resistor|OE:88970279,,89018516DORMAN:973-545 973-186|Model:Pontiac Vibe 2008-03
Blow Resistor|OE:52472420,52464010DORMAN:973-002 973-281|Model:Chevrolet Cavalier 2004-95, Pontiac Sunfire 2005-04, Pontiac Sunfire 2002-95
Blow Resistor|OE:271502M100,72226FE000DORMAN:973-200 973-130|Model:Nissan 2004-95
Blow Resistor|OE:15305921DORMAN:973-400|Model:Chevrolet 2005-97, Oldsmobile 2004-97, Pontiac 2005-99
Blow Resistor|OE:271505Z000DORMAN:973-543|Model:Infiniti 2007-05, Nissan 2019-04
Blow Resistor|OE:8713804050,,8713804051,8713804052,8713804070DORMAN:973-582 973-134|Model:Toyota Tacoma 2020-05
Blow Resistor|OE:15831065DORMAN:973-509|Model:Chevrolet Malibu 2012-04, Pontiac G6 2010-05, Saturn Aura 2009-07
