64 11 210 Removing and installing/replacing heater blower

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 530i, 2002 BMW 530i, and 2001 BMW 530i. 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: Prying Out 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: Sliding Connecting Rail Over Linkages

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Pull both linkages out of the flaps.

Fig 5: Pulling Linkages Out Of 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: Installing Lugs To Cover

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Remove connector, unfasten screws and remove blower.

Fig 7: Removing Heater Blower

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