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
Version with rear cabin fan only:
Unclip ventilation grille (1).
Unclip operating unit (1).
Unclip lever (1) from operating unit.
Unclip air outlet grille (1) on left and right with plastic wedge.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING MIDDLE TRIM FOR 3RD SEAT ROW
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove centre co
Special tools required:
41 0 000
41 1 190
41 1 191
41 1 192
NOTE: If the stamped vehicle identification number is removed during
repair work, it
must be stamped in again.
Read and comply with General Information.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove front right spring strut.
Special tool k