C70 Coupe L5-2.3L Turbo VIN 53 B5234T3 (2001)
Hose/Line HVAC: Removal and Replacement
Replacing refrigerant pipe/hose or expansion valve
Special tools:
999 5385 KEY See: Tools and Equipment/999 5385 Key
999 5472 KEY 5/8" See: Tools and Equipment/999 5472 Key 5/8"
Before starting work on the refrigerant circuit
Warning! Follow the safety instructions for work on air conditioning systems Refrigerant, safety regulations See: Service
Precautions/Refrigerant, Safety Regulations.
Note! When replacing a receiver/drier always replace O-rings in pipes and quick-release connectors.
Note! Always plug pipes and connectors when working on the climate control system.
Note! Read the section covering oil in the system.
Replacing refrigerant pipe/hose; compressor - condenser
Removing refrigerant pipe/hose; compressor - condenser
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Read Before starting work on the refrigerant circuit.
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Drain the system of refrigerant, according to Refrigerant, overview See: Description and Operation/Refrigerant, Overview and Emptying/vacuum
pumping/filling with refrigerant See: Service and Repair/Emptying/Vacuum Pumping/Filling With Refrigerant.
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Raise the car.
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Remove air baffle.
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Disconnect pipe/hose from condenser.
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Disconnect pipe/hose from compressor.
