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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.  
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:
Replace drier insert for A/C system  

Remove protective cap (1) from condenser for A/C system (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap And A/C System
G04761898Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Press sealing cap (1) inwards and remove circlip (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Cap And Circlip
G04761899Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove protective cap (2) from condenser for A/C system (3) with aid of an inserted screw (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Protective Cap, A/C System And Inserted Screw
G04761900Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

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

Fig 4: Identifying Sealing Rings And Sealing Cap
G04761901Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove desiccant insert for A/C system (1) in direction of arrow from condenser for A/C system (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Desiccant Insert For A/C System And Condenser For A/C System
G04761902Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: