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64 52 521 Removing and installing/replacing air conditioning compressor

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Special tools required: 

WARNING: Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
Read and comply with notes on replacing compressor.
If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours:
Replace DESICCANT INSERT  for A/C system

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

IMPORTANT: Seal openings or lines to compressor with special tool 32 1 270 to prevent escape of media and dirt contamination.
IMPORTANT: Secure compressor against falling out.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nuts (2) and disconnect refrigerant lines.

Observe tightening torque 64 52 2AZ

Installation: 

Replace sealing rings.

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

Release bolts (3) and feed out compressor.

Observe tightening torque 64 52 1AZ

Fig 1: Identifying Compressor Plug Connection And Mounting Nuts
G04797323Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: