Replace an overheated or corroded blower resistor and its wiring connection in one step with the Dorman hvac blower motor resistor kit, part number 973-452, which pairs a resistor with a harness pigtail. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2001-2011 Honda Civic and 2002-2011 Honda CR-V. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
The blower motor resistor helps set how fast the HVAC blower fan runs at each speed setting. If a failed resistor is why your fan runs on only some settings or not at all, this Dorman blower motor resistor replaces it and comes with the harness pigtail that most repairs call for.
- Direct replacement: this resistor and harness kit is designed to take the place of the original equipment on the listed applications.
- Resistor plus pigtail: each kit supplies a resistor and a harness pigtail, which Dorman calls essential for most repairs.
- OE-like performance: made to perform like original equipment. It is intended to return the HVAC blower to normal operation when the resistor is the problem.
- Engineering support: backed by a team of engineers and quality specialists in the USA.
Interchange: APBMR009 · APBMR011 · 3A1273 · 3A1299 · 4P1315 · RU1060 · RU1092 · RU1417 · 20289 · 79330S5A941 · 79330S5A942 · 79330S7A941 · 79330SDAA01 · 79330SDGW51 · 79330SFJW01 · 79330SNAA01 · 7801A156 · RU367 · RU398 · RU728 · JA1390 · JA1404 · JA1453
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
APBMR009, APBMR011, 3A1273, 3A1299, 4P1315, RU1060, RU1092, RU1417, 20289, 79330S5A941, 79330S5A942, 79330S7A941, 79330SDAA01, 79330SDGW51, 79330SFJW01, 79330SNAA01, 7801A156, RU367, RU398, RU728, JA1390, JA1404, JA1453
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a blower motor resistor do?
It helps set the blower fan's speed by controlling the current sent to the blower motor at each fan setting on the HVAC controls.
What comes in the Dorman blower motor resistor kit?
Each kit includes a resistor and a harness pigtail. Dorman notes that the pigtail is essential for most repairs.
What are signs the blower resistor may need replacing?
Common signs are a blower that works only on some speed settings or not at all. A bad switch or motor can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
Will this kit fit my 2002-2011 Honda CR-V?
Yes. The 2002-2011 Honda CR-V is a listed application, along with the 2008-2012 Honda Accord and 2001-2011 Honda Civic. The "Vehicles it fits" section shows the full application list.
Is this a direct replacement for the original resistor?
Yes. Dorman designs this kit to directly replace the original equipment on select vehicles. Follow your vehicle's service information for installation.
