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How to Remove the Air Fan on BMW 1 Series

Model: BMW Serie 1 E81, E82, MK 1, E87 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Blower motor

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Is the air fan in need of replacement? Here’s how to remove it from inside a BMW 1 Series vehicle. Use a lever to remove the plastic under the front windscreen, then unscrew the cover of the fan with a screwdriver.

Disconnect the fan connector, then pull it out of the cabin. Insert a new air fan (connect the power connector).

Finally, reassemble the cover and tighten the screws. Check the correct installation of the previously mounted parts and test the proper functioning of the air fan. Start the car.


Updated on 16 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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