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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:

Replacing 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: Pressing 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: Removing Protective Cap
G04761900Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

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: Removing Desiccant Insert For A/C System
G04761902Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: 

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