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64 53...Replacing Valve Insert For Refrigerant Line

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WARNING:

Risk of injury!

Refrigerant circuit is under high pressure!

Follow safety instructions for handling R 134a refrigerant  . See 64 50... Instructions For Handling Refrigerant R134a  and/or 64 50... Safety Instructions For Handling Refrigerant R134A .

Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil  . Refer to 64 50... Instructions For Handling Refrigerant Oil (For Refrigerant R134a) .

Avoid contact with refrigerant and 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! Refer to 64 52... Instructions For Opening And Replacing Parts In Refrigerant Circuit .

If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours:Replace desiccant insert for A/C system  . Refer to 64 53 515 Replacing Desiccant Insert For A/C System .

NOTE: The special tool is available under BMW order number: 81 34 0 427 679 from the BMW workshop equipment catalogue.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Twist valve insert out of filler neck (2) with remover (1).

Installation: 

Screw in valve insert hand-tight only.

Fig 1: Identifying Filler Neck & Remover
G04747960Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: