64 53 518 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system (capacitor removed)

Follow INSTRUCTIONS  for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit.

If air conditioning system is opened for more than 24 hours:

replace desiccant insert for air conditioning system 

Follow INSTRUCTIONS ON REPLACING DESICCANT INSERT .

Remove protective cap (1) from capacitor for the heating and air conditioning system (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Air Conditioning System And Protective Cap

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Press sealing cap (1) inwards and remove circlip (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Sealing Cap

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Remove the sealing cap (2) from capacitor of the heating and air conditioning system (3) with an inserted screw (1).

Fig 3: Removing Sealing Cap From Heating And Air Conditioning System Capacitor

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Installation note: 

Replace sealing rings (1).

Use special tool 00 9 030 to fit sealing rings (1) without damaging them.

Fig 4: Installing Sealing Rings Using Special Tool (00 9 030)

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Remove desiccant insert for heating and air conditioning system (1) in direction of arrow from capacitor of the heating and air conditioning system (2).

Fig 5: Pulling Out Desiccant Insert With Wide Pliers On Bridge

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After installation: 

• Add final details to vehicle
• EVACUATE AND FILL AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM