1996 BMW 320i (E36) — Repair Solution

2.0L M50B20 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol · No Interior Heat · HVAC Control System

BMW 320i (E36) No Interior Heat HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: 320i (E36)
Year: 1996
Engine: 2.0L M50B20 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: No Interior Heat

Customer Complaint

No interior heat.

Problem Summary

No interior heat - dual zone system.

Only a small amount of warm air from left side.

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWE396617
Vehicle1996 BMW 320i (E36)
Engine2.0L M50B20 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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