64 53 518 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system (capacitor removed)

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Special tools required:

00 9 030

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 air conditioning system is opened for more than 24 hours:

replace desiccant insert for air conditioning system

Follow INSTRUCTIONS ON REPLACING DESICCANT INSERT .

Remove protective cap (1) from capacitor for the heating and air conditioning system (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Air Conditioning System And Protective Cap

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

Fig 2: Pressing Sealing Cap

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Remove the sealing cap (2) from capacitor of the heating and air conditioning system (3) with an inserted screw (1).

Fig 3: Removing Sealing Cap From Heating And Air Conditioning System Capacitor

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Installation note:

Replace sealing rings (1).

Use special tool 00 9 030 to fit sealing rings (1) without damaging them.

Fig 4: Fitting Sealing Rings Using Special Tool (00 9 030)

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Removal is made more difficult if rib (2) is damaged!

Remove desiccant insert for heating and air conditioning system (1) in direction of arrow from capacitor of the heating and air conditioning system (2).

Fig 5: Removing Heating And Air Conditioning System Desiccant Insert

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After installation:

Add final details to vehicle
EVACUATE AND FILL AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM