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64 52 523 Replacing air conditioning compressor (230i Coupe, 230i xDrive Coupe, 230i Convertible)

Special tools required: 

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Read and comply with safety information:
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when air conditioning has been correctly filled.
Read and comply with NOTES ON REPLACING COMPRESSOR .
Follow NOTES  for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit.
If air conditioning is opened for more than 24 hours:
Replace condenser for air conditioning.

Necessary preliminary work: 

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

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 64 52 3AZ .

Place compressor (2) slightly to one side.

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NOTE: Secure compressor against falling out.

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Release screws (2) and remove refrigerant lines (3).

Tightening torque 64 52 1AZ .

Feed out compressor upwards to the front.

Installation note: 

Replace sealing rings.

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

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Replacement: 

After installation: