1999 BMW 735iL (E38) — Repair Solution

3.5L M62TUB35 8cyl 32v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Interior Fan Problems · HVAC Control System

BMW 735iL (E38) Interior Fan Problems HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: 735iL (E38)
Year: 1999
Engine: 3.5L M62TUB35 8cyl 32v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: Interior Fan Problems

Customer Complaint

No interior fan operation

Problem Summary

Another repairer had checked this vehicle and found that by removing a fuse and refitting it the fan would run for a short time.

They had suspected the fan speed control amplifier but could not find it.

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeBMW3899611
Vehicle1999 BMW 735iL (E38)
Engine3.5L M62TUB35 8cyl 32v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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