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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Refrigerant drawn off from A/C system.

Remove radiator. See 17 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RADIATOR (M54)

Remove cassette. See 17 11 530 REMOVING AND INSTALLING CASSETTE (CONDENSER FOR AIR CONDITIONER)

Fig 1: Identifying Air Conditioner Components

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Unclip all coolers from cassette.

Engine oil cooler
Cooler pipe for steering fluid
Transmission oil cooler
Condenser for air conditioner

Fig 2: Removing Condenser

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E52 only:

Unclip condenser (1) and remove in direction of arrow.