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64 53 551 Removing and installing or replacing condenser for A/C system

WARNING: Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.  , see 64 50... Safety instructions for handling refrigerant R134a .
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.  , see 64 50... Safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil .
Avoid contact with refrigerant and 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!
See 64 52... 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  , see 64 53 517 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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

Fig 1: Identifying Slacken Screws And Fan Cowl
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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 64 53 3AZ  , see 64 53 REFRIGERANT LINES AND EXPANSION VALVE .

Fig 2: Identifying Condenser And Screws
G04792675Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: