2-Pin 6.3mm Waterproof Fan Resistor Connector – Hyundai Kia OEM 1897214-1

Direct-fit replacement for TE Connectivity / AMP part number 1897214-1, a 2-pin 6.3mm pitch waterproof female connector used for electronic cooling fan resistor, fan relay, and fuse box harness connections on Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The large 6.3mm terminal pitch is designed for high-current fan motor circuits (up to 20A continuous).

Key Specifications

• OEM Part Number: 1897214-1 (TE Connectivity / AMP)
• Pin Count: 2
• Gender: Female (with wire)
• Terminal Pitch: 6.3mm
• Wire Gauge: 14 AWG (2.5 mm²)
• Wire Length: 5.5 inches (140 mm)
• Waterproof Rating: IP68
• Housing Material: PA66 glass-filled nylon
• Terminal Material: Copper alloy, tin-plated
• Current Rating: Up to 20A per pin (high-current fan circuits)

Pin Assignment (2-Pin Fan Resistor)

Compatible Hyundai / Kia Applications

• Hyundai Elantra (MD/UD, 2011–2016): Cooling fan resistor harness connector
• Hyundai Tucson (LM/TL): Electronic fan relay and resistor connector
• Kia Sportage (SL/QL): Cooling fan motor harness connector
• Kia Cerato / Forte: Fan resistor and fuse box harness connector

6.3mm vs 2.8mm vs 1.5mm – Why Terminal Pitch Matters for Fan Circuits

The 6.3mm pitch terminal is the high-current standard in automotive fan and relay circuits. It handles up to 20A continuous, compared to 2.8mm (up to 9A) and 1.5mm (up to 5A). Using a smaller-pitch terminal in a high-current fan circuit will cause terminal overheating, melting, and fire risk. Always match the original terminal pitch when replacing fan harness connectors.

Diagnosis – Cooling Fan Faults

• Fan runs at full speed only (no speed control): Inspect fan resistor connector – a corroded 1897214-1 connector causes the ECU to lose speed control signal and defaults to full speed
• Fan not running at all: Check 12V supply at Pin 1 with ignition on – no voltage indicates fuse or relay fault upstream of the connector
• Hyundai/Kia fault codes: P0480 (Cooling Fan 1 Control Circuit), P0481 (Cooling Fan 2 Control Circuit) – check connector before replacing fan module
• Connector melting: Caused by high contact resistance from a loose 6.3mm terminal – replace connector and verify terminal crimp torque

FAQ

Q: Is 1897214-1 the fan motor connector or the resistor connector?
A: 1897214-1 is the harness-side connector that plugs into the fan resistor module or relay. It is not the fan motor connector itself.

Q: Why does my Hyundai fan run at full speed all the time?
A: The most common cause is a failed fan resistor or a corroded connector at the resistor. The ECU defaults to full-speed operation when it loses the speed control signal. Inspect the 1897214-1 connector for corrosion before replacing the resistor module.

Package Contents

1 × 2-Pin Female Connector (1897214-1) with 14 AWG wire and terminal insert