64 53 551 Removing and installing/replacing condenser for A/C system (W10, W11)
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A/C system is drawn off. Refer to 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A) .
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove carrier for bumper trim at front. Refer to 51 11 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARRIER FOR FRONT BUMPER TRIM .
Release screws (1), tightening torque, refer to 64 53 1AZ in HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - TIGHTENING TORQUES - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .
Disconnect pressure and suction lines.
Installation:
Replace O-rings.
Release screws (2), tightening torque, refer to 64 53 2AZ in HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING - TIGHTENING TORQUES - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .
Remove condenser for A/C system (3).
Installation:
- If air conditioner has been opened for more than 24 hours, drier bottle must be replaced. Refer to 64 53 510 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING DRIER BOTTLE FOR AIR CONDITIONER .
- Evacuate and fill A/C system. Refer to 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING A/C SYSTEM (R 134A) .