I have a 98 BMW 7 series. The AC Blower needs to be replaced. Does the mechanic have to remove the dashboard to install a new one? Or can the replacement motor be installed through the front engine bay?
It is not easy, but the AC blower motor should be accessible without removing the dashboard. You may have to stand on your head to do, it, but work at it until you get the old AC blower out.
Mitchell OnDemand tells me: Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove upper instrument panel cover. Unclip ventilation duct. Unclip and remove blower motor cover. Remove blower motor screws, disconnect electrical connectors. But, it also says the labor time is 7.8 hours, so this will NOT be a fun job. Sorry bud.
