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
ADJUSTING DOOR
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing
adjustment options are not sufficient.
NOTE: Observe gap dimensions.
The door must be provided with all attachment parts for correct adjustment.
Adjust screwed body parts
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at front.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at rear.
Remove front drip molding.
Remove drive for slide/tilt sunroof actuation.
Overview of glass lid mechanism:
Fig. 4: Identifying Glass Lid