Replacing evaporator (X5 M)

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 030

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER .

Pull temperature sensor (1) out of housing (2).

Feed out associated cable from housing (2).

Installation note: 

Ensure correct cable routing.

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Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.

Feed out associated cable from housing (3).

Installation note: 

Ensure correct cable routing.

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Release screws (1).

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Release screws (1) and remove expansion valve (2).

Tightening torque 64 53 2AZ .

Installation note: 

Ensure that seals are correctly seated.

Replace sealing rings.

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

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Release screws (1) and carefully remove upper housing section (2).

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Remove evaporator (1).

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After installation: 

• EVACUATE AND FILL AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM .
• Fill and vent COOLING SYSTEM .