64 53 515 Replacing desiccant insert for air conditioning system

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Special tools required:

00 9 030

WARNING: Follow all applicable SAFETY INFORMATION .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

EVACUATE the air conditioning system.
Remove CAPACITOR FOR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Remove protective cap (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap

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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, Nuts, And Bolts

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After installation:

EVACUATE AND FILL the air conditioning system.