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64 53 550 Removing and installing/replacing condenser (capacitor) for heating and air conditioning system (with desiccant insert)

Special tools required: 

WARNING: Follow all applicable SAFETY INFORMATION .
IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage.  Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.

Read and comply with notes on OPENING AND PART REPLACEMENT IN REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT 

If air conditioning system is opened for more than 24 hours: Replace CONDENSER  (includes dessicant insert).

Seal openings or lines on compressor with special tool 32 1 270 to prevent escape of media and dirt contamination.

NOTE: In vehicles after 12/08, the heating and air conditioning system capacitor must be replaced!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 64 53 1AZ .

Disconnect suction and pressure lines and lay to one side.

Installation note: 

Replace sealing rings.

Use special tool 00 9 030 to install sealing rings without damaging them.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
G04727903Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screw (1).

Lever out clamp (2).

Remove capacitor (3) rearwards.

Installation note: 

Make sure retaining clips are correctly seated in area (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Lever Clamp, Capacitor, Screw And Retaining Clips
G04727904Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Make sure capacitor (1) is securely seated in area (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Capacitor
G04727905Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: