64 53 ... Replacing Valve Insert For Refrigerant Line
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WARNING:
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant R 134a. See 64 50 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING REFRIGERANT R 134A
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil. See 64 50 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING REFRIGERANT OIL (FOR REFRIGERANT R 134A)
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours: Replacing drier insert for A/C system See 64 53 515 REPLACING DRIER INSERT FOR A/C SYSTEM (AUTOMATIC A/C BASIC)
NOTE:
The special tool is available under BMW order number: 81 34 0 427 679 from the BMW workshop equipment catalog.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drawing off, evacuating and filling the A/C system are not included in the time value given for this work operation. See 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A)
Twist valve insert out of filler neck (2) with remover (1).
Installation:
Screw in valve insert hand-tight only.
After installation:
- Evacuate and fill A/C system See 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A)
- Check leak-tightness of valve insert with soapy solution In event of leakage:
- Evacuate A/C system. See 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A)
- Check sealing faces on line and valve insert for damage, replace line or valve insert if necessary