1996 BMW 528i (E39) — Repair Solution

2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Compressor Failure · HVAC Control System

BMW 528i (E39) Compressor Failure HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: 528i (E39)
Year: 1996
Engine: 2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: Compressor Failure

Customer Complaint

Noise from AC compressor

Problem Summary

This had been an on-going problem over a few months and a lot of misinformation from other repairers to the owner, consistently saying they had checked it and the new compressor was also faulty as was the original.

Also the belt tensioner shock absorber had been replaced a year ago.

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWE396616
Vehicle1996 BMW 528i (E39)
Engine2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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