FREON
The refrigerant Freon R12 is used in most BMW automobiles with an air
conditioner up through the 1992
model year. It has a boiling point of - 29.8ºC (sea level), at which the
refrigerant is t
OIL USED IN FREON-CHARGED SYSTEMS
A mineral-based oil is used. The oil level in the compressor must be checked
before filling an air conditioner
with refrigerant. It can be checked only if the system
A musty odor may be detected in the vehicle, particularly when the air
conditioner is first switched on.
This is caused by microorganisms growing on the evaporator from moisture
condensation.
A di
Special tools required:
52 0 050.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove right backrest cover.
Remove head restraint guides.
Remove backrest actuator trim and lock trim.
Lever out welt in marked area.
Fig. 181: Identifying Welt Marked Area
Detaching cover and padding:
Release all retainers