64 52 521 Removing and installing/replacing air conditioning compressor (N14, N16, N18)
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Special tools required:
WARNING:
Follow all applicable SAFETY INFORMATION .
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
Read and comply with notes on COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .
If air conditioning system is opened for more than 24 hours: REPLACE DESICCANT INSERT FOR A/C SYSTEM
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- EVACUATE the air conditioning system.
- Remove the alternator drive belt. See REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR (N16) or REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR (N18) .
IMPORTANT:
Seal openings or lines on 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.
Tightening torque 64 52 2AZ .
Installation note:
Replace sealing rings.
Use special tool 00 9 030 to install sealing rings without damaging them.
Release bolts (3) and feed out compressor.
Tightening torque 64 52 1AZ .
Installation note:
- If the air conditioning has been opened for more than 24 hours, the DESICCANT INSERT must be replaced
- EVACUATE AND FILL air conditioning system