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64 53 515 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system

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Special tools required:  00 9 030

WARNING: Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Remove protective cap (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap
G04797324Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Remove circlip (1) and pull out desiccant insert (2).

Installation note: 

Replace sealing rings.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Bolts
G04797325Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: