184001361 - 5040A52 PIPE FROM CONDENSER TO DEHYDRATING FILTER - R+R

Follow the recommended safety instructions (see 5040 - Precautions).
Removing ( Refitting ) Position the vehicle on a lift.Drain the coolant (    Op. 0010T84 COOLANT FOR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM DEHYDRATE AND RECHARGE).    Op. 7210E10 FRONT BUMPER1. Undo the bolt (1a) and disconnect the connector (1b) for the pipe from the condenser to the drier filter.
Seal the connectors that have been disconnected using suitable plugs to prevent dampness and impurities from entering the system.
1. Undo the bolt (1a) and disconnect the connector (1b) for the pipe on the condenser.
1. Disconnect the pipe retaining bands.2. Remove the pipe.
Refitting ( Removing ) Check that the pipe from the condenser to the drier filter is not damaged and that there are no cracks that could compromise the seal.
Replace the O rings for the connectors. Only use green coloured seals that are resistant to R134a coolant. Lubricate the connector threads using anti-freeze.
Fit the pipe in place and connect the retaining bands.1. Connect the connector (1a) for the pipe, condenser side and secure it tightening the bolt (1b) to the recommended torque.
FasteningComponentØ  Value(daNm)
1bBoltCOOLANT SYSTEM FITTINGSM60.9
1. Connect the connector (1a) for the pipe, drier filter side and secure it tightening the bolt (1b) to the recommended torque.
FasteningComponentØ  Value(daNm)
1bBoltCOOLANT SYSTEM FITTINGSM60.9
    Op. 7210E10 FRONT BUMPERRecharge the coolant (    Op. 0010T84 COOLANT FOR AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM DEHYDRATE AND RECHARGE).Remove the vehicle from the lift.