AC fan speed control resistor

[willyt4r]

After futile searching. I have come to my 4runner brothers and sisters to obtain a part number (1991 4 runner 3.0 4wd 5speed.)the item is called a fan speed control resistor. It is located in front of the cooling condenser next to the Aux cooling fan. in this case the wire fell off and I can;t get an Ohm reading for the block.
On a separate note can we trick the system by putting some resistors in its place, and if so what size?
Thank you

 

[willyt4r]

1.99 Repair

1991 4runner 3.0 4WD 5SP. The cooling fan for he AC condenser was not engaging properly causeing an increased engine temperature. The culptrit was the Fan resistor block- Part number 88635-89107. The local dealer wanted $46. A trip to the Pick A Part, amongst 6 retired 4runner's, showed that all have suffered from the same malady- detached wiring form the resistor block. My solution was a $ 1.99 0.5 Ohm 5 Watt resistor from the local Radio Shack. Placed the Resistor in the existing holding bracket, soldered the connecting pigtail.. Success the AC cooling fan engages.:guitar3: