64 11 210 Removing and installing / replacing heater blower.

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Removing upper section of instrument panel trim, refer to 51 45 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRIM FOR UPPER SECTION OF INSTRUMENT PANEL .

Remove foam rubber mat.

Fig 1: Removing Foam Rubber Mat

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Unfasten clips and pry out ventilation duct.

Fig 2: Removing Ventilation Duct

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Slide connecting rail to one side.

Fig 3: Sliding Connecting Rail To One Side

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Installation:

Slide connecting rail over both linkages until the ends of both linkages are visible in the bore (1).

Fig 4: Locating Linkages Ends In Bore

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Pull both linkages out of the flaps.

Fig 5: Removing Both Linkages From Flaps

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Unfasten clips and remove blower cover from lugs (1).

Installation:

First insert lugs in the cover, then attach the clips.

Fig 6: Removing Blower Cover From Lugs

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Remove connector, unfasten screws and remove blower.

Fig 7: Removing Connector, Loosening Screws & Removing Blower

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