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Hella 007837101 Engine Cooling Fan Switch

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Fitment: BMW, 318i, 318ti, and Z3
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Hella Engine Cooling Fan Switch 007837101

The Hella 007837101 engine cooling fan switch is a 12V, 3-pin thermal switch built for vehicles that use a normally open contact and a bolted M14 x 1.5 mounting design. It switches at 75°C to 88°C, helping control electric cooling fan operation in confirmed BMW applications including 318i, 318ti, and Z3 models.

Key Features

  • Part number: 007837101
  • 12V DC engine cooling fan switch
  • Double thermal switch with normally open contact
  • 3 terminals / 3-pin round plug design
  • M14 x 1.5 thread size with bolted mounting
  • Switch point range: 75°C to 88°C (167°F to 190.4°F)
  • Black female connector with male bullet terminals
  • No gasket or seal included
  • No wiring harness included

Detailed Description

Hella 007837101 is an engine cooling fan switch engineered for thermal fan control in select BMW cooling systems. It uses a 3-pin, round-plug electrical connection and a normally open contact layout, with a dual thermal switching range that activates between 75°C and 88°C. This configuration supports fan engagement based on coolant temperature, making it a direct-match option for BMW 318i, BMW 318ti, and BMW Z3 applications listed below. This part cross-references Hayden 2706 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Cooling fan that does not switch on at the correct temperature
  • Fan operation that starts too late or too early
  • Temperature-related overheating concerns tied to fan control
  • Faulty thermal switch signal in the cooling circuit
  • Electrical connection issues at the fan switch due to worn terminals

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread size, connector style, terminal count, and switch temperature range before installation. This unit uses an M14 x 1.5 threaded, bolted mount with a 24 mm hex size and a 3-pin round plug connection. Professional installation is required for proper cooling-system service, and the cooling system should be checked for leaks and correct coolant level after replacement.

  • Fits 1996-1998 BMW 318i, N/A
  • Fits 1997 BMW 318ti, N/A
  • Fits 1996 BMW 318ti, N/A
  • Fits 1997 BMW Z3, N/A
  • Fits 1996 BMW Z3, N/A
  • Fits 1995 BMW 318ti, N/A

Quality Assurance

Hella supplies a broad range of vehicle switches with a focus on consistent build quality and OE-style electrical fitment. Part number 007837101 is built to the listed specifications for confirmed BMW cooling fan switch applications.

BrandHella
Part Number007837101
11589Metric
Voltage12.00
Connector ColorBlack
Terminal TypeBullet
Connector Quantity1
Gasket Or Seal IncludedNo
Terminal Quantity3
Connector GenderFemale
Terminal GenderMale
Head Tool Size24.00
Wiring Harness IncludedNo
Thread SizeM14 - 1.5
Assy/Disassy by Qualified Personnel Required!.
Combi Switch FunctionNormally open contact
Mounting TypeBolted
Number of pins3
Plug TypeRound plug
Spanner Size [mm]24
SwitchWith double thermal switch
Switch point from [°C]75
Switch point from [°F]167
Switch point to [°C]88
Switch point to [°F]190.4
Thread SizeM14 x 1.5
Voltage [VDC]12

This part fits 8 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1998BMW318iBaseN/A12V - 3-Pin Connector - Round Plug - Bolted - Dual Output/Normally Open Contact
1997BMW318iBaseN/A12V - 3-Pin Connector - Round Plug - Bolted - Dual Output/Normally Open Contact
1997BMW318tiBaseN/ATo 03/1997
1997BMWZ3Roadster1.9LL4N/ATo 03/1997
1996BMW318iBaseN/A12V - 3-Pin Connector - Round Plug - Bolted - Dual Output/Normally Open Contact
1996BMW318tiBaseN/A12V - 3-Pin Connector - Round Plug - Bolted - Dual Output/Normally Open Contact
1996BMWZ3RoadsterN/AFrom 07/1996
1995BMW318tiBaseN/A80-88 Degrees C

* 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:

09152542099126027063834050466574104461 31 8 361 7877.56798 361 787LFS102RFS3193SNB1419SRF090TS2706V20-99-1260XEFS328

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.