BMW Z3 Climate Control Replacement

Replace the climate control unit without taking the center console apart.

[@carsmartsmedia2324]

Thanks. My 2000 is due for this and I was dreading taking the whole center console off. I KNEW there was a better way and you proved it!

[@markconley9279]

You can use dielectric grease to lube the cam slots. Is basically a silicone grease

[@Tshirtguy2020]

The dashboard tape did you buy a pre-cut set or cut it yourself?

[@KenG-z3]

I cut it myself. The vinyl carbon fiber goes on easy. I think that’s a 3m vinyl. Nice stuff

[@alaa-bx1no]

Thanks for the vedio really helpful, just would like to know if its normal that the climate switch is working whenever I start the engine, even if the indicator is on 0 the vent still working ?! Cuz mine does .

[@Axisofoversteer]

The fan? It will run if the AC switch is on

[@im_wrong_because___________]

So what was wrong before? It wouldn’t switch over to the heater?

[@KenG-z3]

The hot cold adjustment knob would get hung up. I thought it was the plastic cams behind the knob causing problems. But it was the cable down by the heater/AC door that would get stuck. I tried adjusting that and lubed it up. That helped a little but it still gets stuck from time to time.

[@kevinmickey5229]

Exact problem I have. Thanks!