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64 53 517 Replacing Desiccant Insert For A/C System

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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.
Follow instructions  for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit!
If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours:
Replacing drier insert for A/C system 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove cover cap (1) from condenser (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover Cap And Condenser
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Press sealing cap (1) inwards and remove circlip (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Sealing Cap
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With assistance of a screwed-in screw (1), remove sealing cap from condenser (3).

Fig 3: Removing Sealing Cap From Condenser
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Installation: 

Replace sealing rings (1) of sealing cap (2) and coat with refrigerant oil.

Fig 4: Identifying Sealing Rings And Sealing Cap
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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Removal is made more difficult if rib (2) is damaged!

Carefully pull out desiccant insert (1) with a pair of wide pliers on rib (2).

Fig 5: Turning Rib
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After installation: