64 11 213 Removing And Installing/Replacing Heater/Air Conditioner Fan
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 135i, 2009 BMW 135i, and 2008 BMW 135i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove trim for instrument panel at bottom right. Refer to BOTTOM RIGHT TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL (Coupe) or BOTTOM RIGHT TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL (Convertible).
Detach right footwell heating duct (1) in direction of arrow from retaining lug (3) and lay to one side slightly.
Installation:
Make sure clip (2) is correctly seated.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Raise plastic lug (2) slightly and turn fan (4) in direction of arrow.
Remove fan (4) from fan shell (5).
Installation:
If necessary, raise lug (3) slightly and screw in fan (4) counterclockwise.
Make sure fan (4) is correctly seated in fan shell (5).
Check exact position of lug (2).