BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing/Renewing Evaporator
Notes
NOTE: Non-coated evaporators were installed in connection with ozone generator on vehicles built before 09/2010.
A coated evaporators without an ozone generator is installed on vehicles built after 09/2010.
The evaporators must not be confused! Refer to EPC for part number!
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING HEATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING UNIT
- Remove HEAT EXCHANGER
Release screws (1) on filter housing (2).
Remove microfilter cover (3) in direction of arrow.
Installation note: Microfilter cover (3) must be correctly engaged in guides on filter housing (2).
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Fig. 180: Removing Microfilter Cover And Screws
Remove microfilter (1) at tabs in direction of arrow from filter housing (2).
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Fig. 181: Removing Microfilter From Filter Housing
Release screws (1) and remove distributor housing lower section (2).
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Fig. 182: Identifying Distributor Housing Lower Section And Screws
Release screw (1) on airbag control unit (2).
Remove airbag control unit (2).
Release all screws on filter housing upper section (2) and remove towards top.
Installation note: In case of equipment specification with rear air conditioner, ensure correct cable routing of shut-off valve (4).
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Fig. 183: Identifying Airbag Control Unit And Screw
Remove evaporator (1) in direction of arrow from distributor housing (2) and set down securely.
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Fig. 184: Removing Evaporator From Distributor Housing
Replacement
Release screws (1) and remove flange (2) with expansion valve (3).
Tightening torque 64 53 2AZ.
Installation note: Ensure that seals are correctly seated.
Replace sealing rings.
Use special tool 00 9 030 to mount sealing rings without damaging them.
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Fig. 185: Identifying Expansion Valve, Flange And Screws
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Evaporator For Rear Air
Conditioner
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove REAR AIR CONDITIONER
REMOVE RIGHT FLAP ACTUATOR DRIVE
Release screws (1) on flange holder (2).
Installation:
Make sure flange holder (2) is correctly seated in
Instructions For Compressor Replacement
Notes
IMPORTANT: Compressors with plastic belt pulleys:
Avoid impacts/knocks to plastic belt pulley (caused by tools, contact
with
base).
Return faulty compressors in their original packaging on
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Dynamic Drive Return From Separation Point
To Cooling Loop
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through
the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to
enter the hydraulic
system.
Do not draw off hydraulic fluid (risk of contamination).
Close
Replacing Shaft Seal For Drive Flange Left Or Right
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove REAR AXLE FINAL DRIVE
Use special tools 00 5 010 and 32 1 060 /33 1 308 to remove radial shaft seal
Fig. 35: Removing Radial Shaft Seal Using Special Tools (00 5 010) And (32 1
060)
Installing new shaft seal
NOTE: The installation protective ring (1) serves to
