BMW X5: Removing And Installing Or Replacing Expansion Valve
WARNING: Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant R 134a.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
Follow instructions for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit! If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours: Replacing drier insert for A/C system
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove double pipe.
- Drawing off, evacuating and filling the A/C system are not included in the time value given for this work operation.
Remove gasket (1).
Installation:
Observe direction arrows (2) without fail.
If necessary, replace damaged seal (1).
Fig. 88: Identifying Gasket Positions
Release screws (1) and carefully remove expansion valve (2).
Replace sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.
Tightening torque.
Fig. 89: Identifying Expansion Valve Screws
After installation:
- Evacuate and fill A/C system.
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove expansion valve.
Replace sealing rings (1) and coat with refrigerant oil.
Fig. 90: Identifying Sealing Rings
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Instructions For Opening And Replacing Parts In Refrigerant Circuit
WARNING:
Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
CAUTION:
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REINFORCEMENT PLATE
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without reinforcement plate is not permitted!
Release bolts (1) for assembly underside protection at front.
Release bolts (2).
Remove reinforcement plate (3).
Installation:
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Contents Of Engine Electrical System General
General Information
Working on ignition system
Removing and installing electronic control units
Welding work (overload protection of control units)
Disconnecting and connecting battery
Disconnecting and connecting test equipment
Component inspection:
External jump-starting aid
Compression t
