64 53 550 Removing and installing/replacing condenser (capacitor) for heating and air conditioning system (with desiccant insert)
Special tools required:
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.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- DRAW OFF heating and air conditioning system
- Remove radiator. See REMOVING/INSTALLING RADIATOR (N20) or REMOVING/INSTALLING RADIATOR (N55) .
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.
Release screw (1).
Lever out clamp (2).
Remove capacitor (3) rearwards.
Installation note:
Make sure retaining clips are correctly seated in area (4).
Installation note:
Make sure capacitor (1) is securely seated in area (2).
After installation:
- EVACUATE AND FILL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
- Fill cooling system