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:971283K000DORMAN:973-513|Model:Hyundai 2018-06, Kia 2019-06
Blow Resistor|OE:87138-52010,5191344AA DORMAN: 973-459 973-160 |Model:Chrysler 2014-07, Dodge 2014-07, Jeep 2012-07, Toyota 2005-00
Blow Resistor|OE:87138-08070DORMAN:973-577 973-244|Model:Toyota Sienna 2010-03
Blow Resistor|OE:87138-02110,87138-26160DORMAN:973-574 984-022 973-580|Model:Toyota Corolla 2017-08, Toyota Matrix 2014-09, Toyota RAV4 2017-09
Blow Resistor|OE:3F2Z18591AA,YH-1715,4P1361,DORMAN:973-444|Model:Ford 2017-04, Lincoln 2014-10, Lincoln 2008-06, Mercury
Blow Resistor|OE:15818910DORMAN:973-155 973-500|Model:Chevrolet Cobalt 2010-05, Chevrolet HHR 2011-06, Pontiac G5 2010-07
Blow Resistor|OE:1K0959263,1K0959263A,561959263,561959263ADORMAN:973-505|Model:Volkswagen 2017-05
Blow Resistor|OE:10397098DORMAN:973-510|Model:Chevrolet 2006, Hummer 2010-06, Pontiac 2009-06, Saturn 2010-07
Blow Resistor|OE:4885635AA,DORMAN:973-026 973-426 |Model:Chrysler 2010-06, Dodge 2009-01, Jeep 2010-06
Blow Resistor|OE:4L5Z19A706-AA,,1F7061B15,YH-1700DORMAN:973-010 973-411 973-560 |Model:Ford 2011-95, Mercury 2001-97, Mazda 2010-95
