This video shows the step by step process I took to remove and replace a BMW x5-e53 heater a/c blower motor..**FOR CONTRIBUTIONS:Greetings everyone, if you f I searched threads and found information on the Final Stage Resistor. I was about to replace it and before doing so I did a bit more searching. Instead of replacing the FSR, I simply pulled the fuse to reset it. Access the #50 fuse (40 amp fuse) located in the glove box fuse panel. Pull the fuse and give it a few seconds, then replace the fuse. The blower motor resistor plays an important part in the luxury provided by BMW as it is intricately related to the functioning of the AC system. However, it is susceptible to failure, which will affect the luxury of driving a BMW. Here are the details about it & signs of its failure, and ways you can fix the blower motor resistor. The average cost for a BMW X5 blower motor replacement is between $1,046 and $1,119. Labor costs are estimated between $279 and $352 while parts are priced at $767. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific model year or unique location. Table of Contents show. BMW 3 Series 5 Series X3 X5 Blower Motor Resistor Assembly. Ecs news 1pc x heater blower motor resistor fit for 2004 bmw x3 2001-2006 2005 Four seasons 88zr81j blower motor fits 2004-2010 bmw x3. Blower bmw resistor location x5 motor x3 2003 series e39 m5 0l e46 2000 1997 2006 2005 ecs I wrote a DIY below, you can use it to trouble-shoot. Get only BMW FSR or go to junk yard and get a few of them for $7/each. Once you jump the connector (in the link below, pay attention to Step #5 ), and if the blower runs full blast, then the FSR is bad. DIY: Trouble-shooting HVAC Blower Motor and FSR. Step 3: Remove and replace the blower motor resistor. Once the screws have been removed and the wiring harness has been disconnected, the blower motor resistor just slides right out of the HVAC housing. If the new resistor comes with a rubber or foam gasket material around the outside edge, then be sure to remove the old gasket as well. BMW X5 Blower Motor Resistor / FSU OEM 64116923204. ACM SKU: 64116923204. Manufacturer: ACM. Select Model: X5 3.0i 2001-2006 Variant. Price: Sale price $59.98 Regular 07bOc.