64 53 550 Removing and installing or replacing condenser for air conditioner

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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) .

Remove intake hood, refer to procedure in 17 11 031 REPLACING FAN COWL (M62/M54) .

M54, M62 only:

Remove intake filter housing, refer to 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING .

Release screws (1) and remove radiator bracket (2). Detach rubber strip (3).

Fig 1: Detaching Rubber Strip

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Release screws (1) and detach lines (2).

Installation:

Replace sealing rings.

Release screws (3).

Fig 2: Releasing Condenser To A/C Line Screws

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Gently press cooler (1) towards rear and lift out A/C condenser (2).

Installation:

Lugs of plastic guides (3) must be securely engaged in bores.

Replace faulty plastic guides.

Fig 3: Replacing Faulty Plastic Guides

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Installation:

If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours:

Replace dessicator insert, refer to 64 53 515 REPLACING DRIER INSERT FOR A/C SYSTEM .