64 51 530 Removing and installing/replacing expansion valve for rear air conditioner (F02 only)

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Special tools required:

00 9 030

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR AIR CONDITIONER .

Release screws (1) on flange holder (2).

Installation note:

Make sure flange holder (2) is correctly seated in associated guide on rear air conditioner housing.

Fig 1: Identifying Flange Holder And Screws

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Pull condensation water drain hose (1) out of gaiter (4).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Remove flange (3) incl. holder and gaiter (4).

Installation note:

Valve openings must be fully exposed and must not be covered either by flange (3) or the flange holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Water Drain Hose, Flange, Nut And Gaiter

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

Tightening torque 64 53 6AZ .

Installation note:

Replace sealing rings.

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

Fig 3: Identifying Expansion Valve And Screws

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