64 53 510 Removing and installing / replacing drier flask for air conditioner

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NOTE: A/C system is drawn off. See 64 50 009 Drawing Off, Evacuating And Filling A/C System (R 134a)

Follow instructions for dryer bottle replacement. See 64 53... Notes On Replacing Drier Bottle Or Drier Insert .

Remove complete right headlight. See 63 12 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT HEADLIGHT .

Remove holder for headlight mounting. See 63 12 950 REPLACE ONE BRACKET FOR HEADLIGHT MOUNT .

Unfasten screws.

NOTE: Pull pressure and intake pipes upwards and fit with plugs if A/C system remains open for longer than one hour.

Installation:

Replace sealing rings.

Fig 1: Releasing Screws And Pulling Pressure And Suction Pipe And Fitting Plugs

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Unfasten screws and pull drier flask upwards to remove.

NOTE: In warranty cases, seal line openings with plugs of new dryer bottle.

Fig 2: Releasing Screw And Pulling Drier Flask

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