64 11 772 Removing and installing / replacing the rear fan completely

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.

Unclip fresh air grill (1) at sides and pull out.

Installation:

When inserting fresh air grill: do not lay cables in front of air duct.

Fig 1: Releasing Fresh Air Grill

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Turn adapter (1) clockwise, unlock and pull out towards rear.

Fig 2: Removing Adapter

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Unscrew bolts (1). Pull out storage tray (2) towards top.

Fig 3: Removing Storage Tray

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Unfasten plug connection (1).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Unclip side carpet (1), left and right, at rear and pull out of clips towards rear.

Fig 5: Releasing Side Carpet

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Unclip trim (1) from above and take out towards front.

Fig 6: Releasing Trim

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Unscrew bolts (1). Remove console (2) towards top.

Fig 7: Removing Console

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Unscrew bolts (1). Disconnect connector (2). Pull out rear fan (3) towards rear.

Installation:

Make sure air duct is correctly seated.

Fig 8: Removing Rear Fan

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