Section 31 (Electrical Component Locator): Motors

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION Motors
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 BMW Z3 and 1998 BMW M Roadster. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MOTORS

Component Component Location
Auxiliary Fan Motor Behind front grille.
Auxiliary Throttle Position Motor (ADS) On front of engine.
Blower Motor On rear of engine compartment, behind right fresh air intake.
Convertible Top Motor On left side of luggage compartment.
Cruise Control Actuator (Tempomat) On rear left side of engine compartment.
E-Box Fan On right rear side of engine compartment, in E-box.
Fresh Air Recirculation Motor On right side of left footwell.
Fuel Pump In fuel tank.
Headlight/Foglight Washer Pump On front right side of engine compartment, on washer fluid reservoir.
Trunk Lock Motor On rear side of luggage compartment.
Washer Pump On front right side of engine compartment, on washer fluid reservoir.
Wiper Motor On rear of engine compartment.
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