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Four Seasons 36534 Engine Cooling Fan Switch
Overview of Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36534
The Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36534 is engineered for precise engine cooling fan control in select BMW models. Designed to maintain optimal engine temperature, this engine cooling fan switch ensures reliable operation and compatibility with various BMW vehicles including the 318i, 325i, 535i, and M3.
- Connector color: Black with female connector gender
- Three terminal quantity for secure electrical connections
- Engine mounted fitting with male thread size M14 x 1.50
- Temperature activation range between 195°F and 210°F
- Fan operation: Open when activated
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications for durability and fit
Four Seasons Temperature Switch Product Line Details
The Temperature Switch line by Four Seasons focuses on temperature-sensitive components designed to regulate engine cooling systems effectively. This product line emphasizes precise temperature activation and reliable fan control, which is critical for maintaining engine performance and preventing overheating. The 36534 switch is part of this line, offering a direct replacement solution that aligns with original equipment standards.
Detailed Product Description
The Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36534 is an engine cooling fan switch specifically designed for engine-mounted installation. Featuring a black female connector with three terminals, it provides a secure and stable electrical connection. The switch activates the cooling fan at temperatures between 195°F and 210°F, opening the fan circuit to allow airflow and maintain engine temperature. Its male fitting with an M14 x 1.50 thread size ensures proper fitment on compatible BMW engines. This switch is compatible with a wide range of BMW models such as the 318i, 318is, 325i, 535i, 740i, and M3, making it a versatile replacement part for engine cooling systems.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Prevents engine overheating by activating the cooling fan at the correct temperature
- Replaces faulty or worn engine cooling fan switches causing fan failure
- Restores proper fan operation in BMW 318i, 325i, 535i, and M3 models
- Ensures consistent engine temperature regulation for improved performance
- Eliminates intermittent fan operation due to electrical connection issues
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure engine is cool before attempting installation to avoid burns
- Verify thread size M14 x 1.50 matches the mounting location on your BMW
- Check connector terminals for corrosion or damage before connecting
- Securely tighten the switch to prevent leaks or loosening during operation
- Test fan operation after installation to confirm proper function
Quality Assurance and Warranty
The Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36534 meets or exceeds OEM specifications, ensuring reliable performance and durability. Manufactured to strict quality standards, this switch is designed to provide consistent engine cooling fan control. While specific warranty details are not provided, Four Seasons products typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
| Brand | Four Seasons |
| Part Number | 36534 |
| Position | Temperature Switch |
| Connector Color | Black |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Description | Switch-Temp /Engine Mount |
| Fan Open/Closed | Open |
| Fitting Gender | Male |
| Fitting Thread Size | M14 x 1.50 |
| Meets / Exceeds OEM? | YES |
| Mnt Sys Loc | Engine Mounted |
| Style | Temperature |
| Temperature On | 195 / 210 |
| Terminal Quantity | 3 |
| Type | Cooling Fan |
This part fits 109 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1997 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1997 | BMW | 318ti | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1997 | BMW | 840Ci | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1997 | BMW | 850Ci | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | BMW | 318ti | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | BMW | 840Ci | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | BMW | 850Ci | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 318ti | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 530i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 540i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 740i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 740iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 840Ci | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 850Ci | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | BMW | 850CSi | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 530i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 540i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 740i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 740iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 840Ci | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 850Ci | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | BMW | 850CSi | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 525iT | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 740i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 740iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | 850Ci | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 735iL | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | 850i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 318i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 318is | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 325iX | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 735iL | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | 850i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | M3 | N/A | 3 Term.; 91/99 Deg. C; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 325iX | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 735iL | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 325iX | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 525i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 735iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 325iX | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 535is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 735iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | 750iL | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | BMW | M6 | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 325e | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 325es | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 325i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 325is | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | BMW | 735i | N/A | Engine mounted coolant fan switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | BMW | 535i | N/A | Engine Mounted; w/ 3 Term Switch; Temperature Switch |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.