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64 53 515 Replacing desiccant insert for A/C system

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE: A desiccant insert that is in a correctly functioning, sealed heating and air conditioning system does not have to be changed at regular service-inspection intervals. However, the dryer flask or desiccant insert must absolutely be replaced in the event of: 

contamination of the refrigerant with swarf (e.g. when the compressor is clamped).

With depressurized and/or completely drained refrigerant circuit.

With a refrigerant circuit, which was closed using special tool 32 1 270 but remains open for more than 24 hours.

WARNING: Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.  
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling 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: 

Replace all sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.

Fig 2: Identifying Circlip And Desiccant Insert
G04797325Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: