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A/C compressor, Z19

A/C compressor, Z19

To remove


1. Drain the refrigerant from the car. See Draining and filling the refrigerant .

2. Raise the car.

3. Remove the lower engine cover.

Remove the front lower engine cover.


4. Remove Drive belt, auxiliaries .


5. Unplug the connector.


6. Remove and plug the pipe connection. Use 82 92 948 Plugs, A/C system, kit .

7. Remove the A/C compressor.


To fit


1. Fill with fluid as described under Filling and adjusting the compressor oil .

2. Fit the A/C compressor.

Tightening torque: 24 Nm (18 lbf ft)


3. Fit the pipe connections using new seals.

Tightening torque: 18 Nm (13 lbf ft)

4. Plug in the connector.

5. Fit Drive belt, auxiliaries .


6. Fit the lower engine cover.

Fit the front lower engine cover.


7. Lower the car.

8. Vacuum pump and fill the A/C system with refrigerant. See Draining and filling the refrigerant .

9. Running in the compressor to distribute the compressor oil around the system:

- Activate the A/C and allow it to run for at least 2 minutes at an engine speed of <1350 rpm.

10. Test the A/C system. See A/C system performance test .