64 53 551 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Condenser For A/C System

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: Replace desiccant insert for A/C system

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove intake duct
Remove radiator cover
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) .

Slacken screws (1) on both sides and pull fan cowl upwards.

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Cover

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Release screws (1) and pull condenser (2) up and out.

Installation:

Replace sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.

Tightening torque. See HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 2: Identifying Condenser And Screws

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After installation:

Evacuate and fill A/C system . See 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A) .