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E53 interior fan

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E53 interior fan

Post by saicab » Sat Mar 16, 2013 2:38 pm

Hi guys,
New to the forum and looking for some ideas. I have a 2003 3.0 x5 and when I switch ignition on the interior ventilation comes on even if I switch it off and turn off ignition and turn ignition on again, is this normal?.
Thanks for help
Sai

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Re: E53 interior fan

Post by Horizon » Sat Mar 16, 2013 3:19 pm

Hi and welcome to the forum. Sounds like the FSR ( final stage resister has gone ) this is a common problem. It can be a DIY fix, but its tricky to get to. They are best sourced through your local dealer. There are a few threads that cover the installation. Beware it will drain your battery overnight.
I'm sure someone will post a link for you, as well as ask for some photos of your new X.

http://xdrivers.co.uk/forum/https://xdr ... ic.php?t=6
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Re: E53 interior fan

Post by saicab » Sat Mar 16, 2013 10:30 pm

Hi,
Thanks for your reply, is there a way of checking the FSR before replacing it?
Don't worry pics of my X coming soon.
Sai

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Re: E53 interior fan

Post by Horizon » Sat Mar 16, 2013 10:37 pm

http://www.diablo944.co.uk/Hedgehogimageset.pdf

Yes I know it's for an E46, but the symptoms are the same, obviously photos and instructions are slightly different.
But to give you an idea of how tricky they are to do.
I think the part is around £40/50, but may be wrong
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2011 Kia Sorento KX3  2.2D 60 Plate Auto in black ( mine )
BMW E83 X3.  3.0d M Sport, 2008 in black ( now gone )
BMW E93 330i Convertible  Msport  2007.  ( Now sold )
VW Golf 2.0 TDI 140 GT 2010 ( now sold )
Now Sold 55 plate, X5, 3.0 D Sport. Silv

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Re: E53 interior fan

Post by saicab » Sun Mar 17, 2013 2:19 pm

Thanks guys I think I'll wait to see if it gets any worse and change it.

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