64 50... Install the retrofit absorber for the air conditioning suction line

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2013 BMW 128i, 2012 BMW 128i, 2011 BMW 128i, 2010 BMW 128i, and 2009 BMW 128i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The retrofit kit may be used for vehicles with a production date from 09/2008.

IMPORTANT: The retrofit kit with part number 6 987 991 may no longer be used!

Necessary preliminary work: Remove rear underbody protection. See 51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION (CONVERTIBLE) or 51 47 491 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION (COUPE) .

Unscrew nuts (1). Remove the protective plate (2). Note: Figure is an AWD vehicle.

Fig 1: Unscrew Nuts; Remove Protective Plate

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Lay the steel measuring tape (2) onto the intake pipe (1). Important! The steel measuring tape (2) must be flush with the bottom of the rubber ring (3)! Mark distance A =11 cm.

Fig 2: Lay Steel Measuring Tape (2) Onto Intake Pipe

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Attach the lower edge of the vibration absorber (1) at the marked position and screw it to the intake pipe (2). Tightening torque: 8 Nm

Fig 3: Attach Lower Edge Of Vibration Absorber (1) At Marked Position

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.