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Hi, this is about a 1998 BMW 740 il and I realize you specialize in post-1998, but perhaps the locations hasn't changed - can you tell me how to remove and replace the climate control filters? It's my underdstanding that they are under the dash, but I can't find them - thanks
Gunther, I good German name indeed. Your car has four Microfilters Two on the underside of your hood toward the rear (one philips screw and the cover swings open) And two recirculation filters on the sides of the heater box in the foot wells toward the center console. You have to remove drivers foot pedal cover, foot well air duct. The little recirculation filter is right next to the little stepper motor on the heater housing. Lift the tap and work filter out of housing then pull down. The passenger side is in the identical position on the opposite side. If I remember right you open the glove box and remove the trim behind the box. I haven't done them in while. You should have no problems if you have a good flashlight and take your time. Happy motoring
-Evan
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Evan Slater
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All 1999 model year and newer. Don't know much about pre OBD2 stuff. E46 and newer I am Especially good with late models. I NEED YEAR & MODEL OF VEHICLE! when asking questions. Please give last seven digits of the VIN number. Please give as much background info as possible when asking questions. Please read past questions and answers to avoid duplicate questions.
Experience
6 years automotive experience and 3+ years working as a Dealership Master Technician. Will offer dealership Technician perspective with knowledge of common failures/problems, part weaknesses, Service Bulletins, and Improved components. Will not give tipical Dealer Bull
Organizations
Current BMW dealership Master Technician
Education/Credentials
Graduate UTI Phoenix 2002 (won 9 out of 15 possible top student awards) BMW STEP Graduate 2004, Over 90% average on BMW ACT competition question for 3 years. BMW Master Technician Level 4 with Master Tech training. ASE Master Certified Technician.
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