BMW X5: Removing And Installing/replacing A/C System Compressor (N62TU)

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.

Read and comply with notes on replacing compressor.

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:

• Drawing off, evacuating and filling the A/C system are not included in the time value given for this work operation.
• Remove A/C compressor drive belt.
• Remove front underbody protection.
• Remove steering gear cover at top right.

Release screws (1) and remove both refrigerant lines.

Tightening torque.

Replace sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque.

Fig. 100: Identifying Plug Connection With Screws

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque. Lower vehicle.

NOTE: Secure compressor (2) against falling out.

Release screw (1) from above and feed out compressor (2) in upward direction.

Fig. 101: Identifying Compressor

After installation:

• Evacuate and fill A/C system.

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