64 53 518 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system (condenser removed)
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WARNING:
Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
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
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
Remove protective cap (1) from condenser for A/C system (2).
Press sealing cap (1) inwards and remove circlip (2).
Remove protective cap (2) from condenser for A/C system (3) with aid of an inserted screw (1).
Installation:
Replace sealing rings (1) of sealing cap (2) and coat with suitable refrigerant oil.
Remove desiccant insert for A/C system (1) in direction of arrow from condenser for A/C system (2).
After installation:
- Add final details to vehicle
- Evacuate and fill A/C system