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64 52 520 Removing and installing/replacing complete A/C compressor (M62)

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Follow instructions for compressor replacement without fail, refer to 64 52 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .

NOTE: A/C system is drawn off.

Drain coolant, refer to 17 00 005 DRAINING AND TOPPING UP COOLANT (M62) .

Remove A/C compressor drive belt, refer to 11 28 050 REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR A/C COMPRESSOR (M62) .

Remove intake filter housing, refer to 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .

Detach plastic tube (1) on shut-off valve and on pump and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Tube From Shut-Off Valve & Pump
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Release screws (2) and detach lines (3).

Installation: 

Replace sealing rings.

Detach water hose (1) from thermostat housing cover.

Fig 2: Detaching Water Hose From Thermostat Housing Cover
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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Detach water hose (2) from radiator and remove.

Release screw (3) and detach mounting plate (4) from radiator.

Fig 3: Removing Mounting Plate
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Installation: 

Replace sealing rings.

NOTE: Cover frame rail in area of A/C compressor.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and lift out A/C compressor (3).

Fig 4: Removing A/C Compressor
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Replacement: 

Release screws (1) and detach lines (2).

Fig 5: Removing A/C Lines
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Installation: 

Replace sealing rings.

Observe tightening torque, refer to 64 52 1AZ in HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 .

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