Instructions for filling heating and air conditioning system: Notes

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NOTE:

Before filling with refrigerant, replace the refrigerant oil entrained during drawing off.

Also top up any lost fluid as indicated in the applicable table.

TABLE 1 indicates the permitted loss of refrigerant after a specific period of time. There is no leak. Refrigerant oil may not be topped up.

TABLE 2 indicates the amount of refrigerant oil that must be topped up with the indicated loss of refrigerant, caused by a leak after a specific period of time.

Proceed according to the following situations:

If loss of refrigerant per TABLE 1 is not exceeded:
- Top up lost R-134a refrigerant
- No need to top up refrigerant oil
If loss of refrigerant per TABLE 1 is exceeded:
- Top up lost R-134a refrigerant
- Refrigerant oil must be topped up according to TABLE 2 .

Follow notes for OPENING AND PART REPLACEMENT in refrigerant circuit.

Depending on the type of component replaced on the heating and air conditioning system, it may be necessary to the top up the refrigerant oil, even if no measurable losses have occurred during drawing off. Follow the instructions provided by the heating and air conditioning system manufacturer, taking into account the tolerances (and inaccuracies) indicated in the manufacturer's instructions for the HVAC service station being used.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Compartment Plate

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Information on the required refrigerant fill quantity for the entire heating and air conditioning system is contained on the type plate (1) in the engine compartment.

If necessary, refer to the technical data for CAPACITY .

Installation note:

Reseal refrigerant filler necks on vehicle with sealing caps.