Technical data

Fig. 61: Removing A/C Compressor
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Installation:
 If air conditioner has been opened for more than 24 hours, drier bottle must be replaced. Refer to 64 53
510 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING DRIER BOTTLE FOR AIR
CONDITIONER.
 Evacuate and fill A/C system. Refer to 64 50 009 DRAWING OFF, EVACUATING AND FILLING
A/C SYSTEM (R 134A).
CONDENSER AND DRYER WITH LINES
64 53 ... NOTES ON REPLACING DRIER BOTTLE OR DRIER INSERT
The drier bottle or drier insert does not have to be replaced at regular service intervals in a functioning,
leakproof A/C system.
However, The Drier Bottle Or Drier Insert Must Be Replaced Without Fail In The Event Of:
 Fouling of the refrigerant by filings/shavings (e.g. when the compressor is clamped).
 A leaking A/C system or loss of refrigerant.
 The refrigerant circuit being opened for a period exceeding 24 hours, e.g. during repair work.
2006 MINI Cooper
2002-05 HVAC Air Conditioning & Heating Systems - Repair Instructions - Cooper (1.6L) R50/W10 & Cooper S
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