FREON
The refrigerant Freon R12 is used in most BMW automobiles with an air
conditioner up through the 1992
model year. It has a boiling point of - 29.8ºC (sea level), at which the
refrigerant is t
OIL USED IN FREON-CHARGED SYSTEMS
A mineral-based oil is used. The oil level in the compressor must be checked
before filling an air conditioner
with refrigerant. It can be checked only if the system
A musty odor may be detected in the vehicle, particularly when the air
conditioner is first switched on.
This is caused by microorganisms growing on the evaporator from moisture
condensation.
A di
Minimum set: Mechanical tools
Note: For straightening and assembly jobs on vehicle bodies, e.g. fitting
trim panels, removing window
weatherstrips, repairing small-scale dents, removing residual adhesive
materials, measuring gap widths,
levering out trim panel parts
Series: E12, E21, E23, E24, E28
(cylinder bank 1 to 4)
NOTE: To remove the exhaust manifolds, the engine must be secured in
the
installation position with the special tool and then the front axle bracket
lowered.
Remove right exhaust manifold.
After removing exhaust manifolds:
Reinstall front axle bracket provisionally and remove