Replacing Desiccant Insert for A/C System (Automatic A/C High)

64 53 517 - Replacing desiccant insert for A / C system (automatic A / C High)





Warning!
Risk of injury!
Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil Instructions for Handling Refrigerant Oil (for Refrigerant R 134a).





Important!
Risk of damage!
Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
Follow instructions Removal and Replacement for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit!
The desiccant insert must be replaced if the A/C system has been opened for more than 24 hours.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drawing off, evacuating and filling the A/C system Drawing off, Evacuating and Filling A/C System (R 134a) are not included in the time value given for this work operation
- Remove condenser Removing and Installing/Replacing Condenser for A/C System for A/C system





Remove cover cap (1) from condenser (2).





Press sealing cap (1) inwards and remove circlip (2).





With assistance of a screwed-in screw (1), remove sealing cap (2) from condenser (3).





Installation Note:
Replace sealing rings (1) of sealing cap (2) and coat with refrigerant oil.





Withdraw desiccant insert (1) in direction of arrow from capacitor (2).





After installation:
- Add final details to vehicle
- Evacuate and fill A/C system Drawing off, Evacuating and Filling A/C System (R 134a)