BMW X5: Replacing Evaporator

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Remove heater

Release screws (1).

Fig. 84: Identifying Screws

Release screws (1) and remove expansion valve (2).

Installation:

Ensure that seals are correctly seated.

Replace sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.

Tightening torque.

Fig. 85: Identifying Expansion Valve With Screws

Release screws (1) and carefully remove upper housing section (2).

Fig. 86: Identifying Upper Housing Section

Remove evaporator (1).

Fig. 87: Identifying Evaporator

After installation:

• Evacuate and fill A/C system.
• Fill and vent cooling system.

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