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2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD
2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Blower Motors
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Part Number: RBC191511
Guaranteed to Fit
$35.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L Front Unit, Without Auto Temp control
Product Details
Location : FrontMotor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyReplaces OE Number : 52400424Replaces Partslink Number : GM3126102Warranty : 1-year Replacement unlimited-mileage warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: VDOPM2728
Guaranteed to Fit
$43.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD All Submodels All Engines with Blower Wheel, Lock Tab Flange Replacement
Product Details
Notes : With blower wheelMotor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyReplaces OE Number : 19153680Warranty : VDO Limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: AC1581099
Guaranteed to Fit
$145.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD All Submodels All Engines Air Conditioning Manual Control(C60), Air Conditioning Auto Elec Control(C68)
Product Details
Notes : With blower wheelMotor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: GPD2311800
Guaranteed to Fit
$42.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Motor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: GPD2311587
Guaranteed to Fit
$55.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Motor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: 3Z9PM2728
Guaranteed to Fit
$50.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L With Blower Wheel; Lock Tab Flange Replacement
Product Details
Notes : (2) Terminal Quantity; 12 Voltage; 3.75 in. Motor Diameter; 4.75 in. Motor Length; 3.75 in. Mounting Base Length; 1.5 in. Mounting Flange to End of Case; 0.27 in. Shaft Diameter; 1.63 in. Shaft Length; Female Connector Gender; Plug Connector Type; Metal Material; Flange Mounted Mounting Method; Clockwise Shaft End Rotation; Single Shaft Type; Variable Speeds; Male Terminal Gender; Blade Terminal TypeMotor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 5 Year Continental Limited WarrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: FS35143
Guaranteed to Fit
$50.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD All Submodels All Engines With Wheel
Product Details
Motor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 120-day 4-Seasons limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: AC1581647
Guaranteed to Fit
$159.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD All Submodels All Engines Except A.C. Manual Controls(C60), A/C Auto Electronic Controls(C68), Heavy Duty Heater(C42)
Product Details
Motor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-201009-63
Guaranteed to Fit
$90.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 4 Hole Mount, With 8 Inch Leads
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Notes : Kit components - (1) Blower Motor Resistor and (1) Blower MotorMotor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: GPD9311253
Guaranteed to Fit
$108.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L 2311587; Resistor 1711976; Resistor Pigtail 1711755; 4 Hole Mount Resistor; Resistor; Resistor Pigtail; With Manual A.C. Control
Product Details
Motor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-201009-39
Guaranteed to Fit
$68.67
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L Without Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Notes : Kit components - (1) Blower Motor Resistor and (1) Blower MotorMotor Wheel Included : With Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-201009-37
Guaranteed to Fit
$78.49
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Notes : Kit components - (1) Blower Motor Resistor and (1) Blower MotorMotor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-201009-87
Guaranteed to Fit
$111.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Notes : Kit components - (1) Blower Motor Resistor and (1) Blower MotorMotor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Part Number: KIT-201009-50
Guaranteed to Fit
$89.99
Vehicle Fitment
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.0L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SL 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Base 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLT 8 Cyl 6.6L With Manual Air Conditioning Controls, 2 Hole Mount, Blower Motor Resistor
- 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 HD SLE 8 Cyl 8.1L With Automatic Temperature Control
Product Details
Notes : Kit components - (1) Blower Motor Resistor and (1) Blower MotorMotor Wheel Included : Without Motor WheelProduct Fit : Direct FitQuantity Sold : KitWarranty : 1 year GPD limited warrantyProp 65 Warning :
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Where Is the Blower Motor Resistor Located?The blower motor resistor controls the airflow from the HVAC ducts of older vehicles. When you turn the blower fan speed knob to change the setting, you direct the electric current through a path with different resistance. Lower speed settings have more resistance and reduce the power that reaches the
A Comprehensive Overview of Air Conditioning and Heating in VehiclesTo put it simply, the air conditioner blows cool air to lower the temperature inside the cabin. It keeps passengers cool, lowering humidity along with the temperature, bringing comfort and peace of mind on hot and humid days.
Heating System PartsThe blower motor is a fan that forces air through either the heating or the cooling unit of the HVAC system. If you’re running the heater, the motor blows air over the heater core. The warmed air enters the passenger cabin, raising the temperature and fighting off the cold.
Tips for Changing a Blower MotorIf your vehicle’s HVAC system has airflow issues, it’s possible that the blower motor is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced. An inoperative relay or heater controls can also lead to HVAC airflow problems. It’s best to bring your vehicle to a trusted auto repair shop so they can diagnose
Why Is Your Car’s A/C Making A Rattling Noise?The A/C has many parts that work together to cool your vehicle’s interior. One of those components may wear out, vibrate, and make noise.
Where Is the Blower Motor Located?Resistors can be found near the blower motor, sitting in the duct where airflow passes, so they can be cooled down because resistance in a current intensive circuit creates quite a bit of heat in the resistor.
In this photo, you can see the blower and its resistor mounted in the