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Disassembly of the Air Conditioning Radiator

Model: BMW Serie 3 E36 - Years: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
Part: Air conditioner

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To access the air conditioning radiator, begin by removing the air intake located under the windshield in the engine compartment and disconnect the connecting tubes. Next, remove the steering wheel and the plastic covers on the steering column.

Then proceed to remove the parts on the tunnel under the transmission and the electrical components contained within. Remove the glove compartment and part of the attached dashboard.

Take off the parts covering the roof pillars. Unscrew all the dashboard retaining screws until it can be completely removed.

Also, remove the side parts of the tunnel. Disassemble the air conditioning radiator assembly, which can now be completely removed.

Place the assembly on a flat surface and remove all various parts until you access the radiator to be replaced.


Updated on 3 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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