Bmw E36 318i Radiator Fan Not Working

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Bmw e36 318i radiator fan not working.

On the earlier bmw models the fan s low speed resistor may be faulty or the radiator temp switches that control the fan may be faulty. The bmw specialists here at ultimate bimmer service are proud to serve bmw drivers in the communities near carrolton and dallas tx of all the services we offer we commonly help clients attend to engine repairs and cooling system repairs engine overheating is highly inconvenient and dangerous so it s important to act preventively in ongoing automotive care. Cooling fan problem solved bmw e36 318i. If the fan does not run on high speed check to see if your application is using a 5 pin relay.

This video details removal of the fan and full installation of the ele. Click the link above. If it does the fan motor is ok. 1984 318i sold.

Most bmw models 99 and later and all minis do not have the radiator mounted temperature switches. That s progress for you. Video chapters and parts used are below. The fan should come on at high speed.

The cost to become a supporter is a nominal 10 00. If the fan does not run check for 12 volts at terminal 30 in the relay socket. Replacement of the e36 auxiliary fan requires the following. Test the switches resistor and the fan as follows.

If the fan runs erratically continuously with the key removed from the ignition or not at all and the fuse is good the speed controller has failed and the entire fan must be replaced. Replace the high speed relay. Time for my e36 to have a viscous fan delete.