VDO FA70991 Engine Cooling Fan Assembly

VDO Engine Cooling Fan Assembly FA70991

The VDO FA70991 engine cooling fan assembly is built for OE-style fit, quiet operation, and dependable airflow control. It is a direct replacement option for select BMW 3 Series applications, including BMW 323i, 325i, 325Ci, 330i, and related models.

Key Features

• 12-volt engine cooling fan assembly with a 16.340-inch fan diameter
• Plastic and aluminum construction with a black plastic shroud
• 7-blade S-blade design with clockwise rotation
• Blade-style terminal with plug-in connector and 2 terminals
• 20-amp amperage rating and 229.775 airflow rate
• Application-specific OE fit for select BMW cooling systems
• VDO FA70991 is precision assembled and balanced with all new components

Detailed Description

VDO FA70991 is an engine cooling fan assembly engineered for specific BMW fitment and OE-style performance. The assembly uses a plastic and aluminum fan design, a black plastic shroud, and a plug-in electrical connection for straightforward replacement on the listed BMW 3 Series applications. The dual-bearing motor design used in VDO cooling components is intended to support quiet, stable operation and consistent service life. This part number, FA70991, is manufactured to OEM specifications and is built for vehicles that require a direct-fit cooling fan assembly.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 621-199 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2001-2006 BMW 325Ci, N/A
• Fits 2001-2006 BMW 330Ci, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 BMW 325i, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 BMW 325xi, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330i, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330xi, N/A
• Fits 2000 BMW 323Ci, N/A
• Fits 1998-2000 BMW 323i, N/A
• Fits 2000 BMW 328Ci, N/A
• Fits 1999-2000 BMW 328i, N/A
• Fits 1998-1999 BMW 323is, N/A

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm connector style, terminal count, and fan diameter before installation. The FA70991 uses a plug-in connector with blade terminals, so the vehicle harness should match the original configuration. Inspect the shroud, mounting points, and surrounding cooling components before replacing the assembly. For BMW 325Ci, 330Ci, 325i, and 330i applications, verify that the replacement matches the original fan rotation and electrical requirements.

Quality Assurance

VDO manufactures this cooling fan assembly in ISO TS certified facilities and tests it to OEM specifications. The part is built for application-specific fit, form, and function, with balanced components intended to support vibration-free operation and dependable cooling performance.