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
General information
The glass sunroof and the sun protection are operated
using the same switch.
The glass sunroof can be opened from the outside
with the vehicle key and also closed with
Comfort Access.
With Comfort Access: The glass sunroof can be
closed from the outside via Comfort Access.
Safe
NOTE: Initialization is necessary:
After replacing windshield
When installing a used rain/light sensor
NOTE:
Connect BMW diagnosis system
Initialize rain/light sensor.
REPLACING OPTICAL ELEMENT FOR SOLAR RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electros