Removing and installing desiccant bag, Denso condenser: VW Golf VII Variant / Golf VII

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII Variant (BA), VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020)

📋 Procedure

1. Extract refrigerant using air conditioner service station before opening refrigerant circuit.
2. Observe safety precautions Safety precautions when handling refrigerants.
3. Comply with notes Working on refrigerant circuit.
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5. Remove radiator grille General body repairs, exterior66Radiator grille/front trim; Removing and installing radiator grille.

6. Have a second mechanic release retaining clips (1) on left and right in (direction of arrow A) and remove condenser (3) upwards out of mountings in (direction of arrow B).
7. Fold condenser as far forwards as possible.
8. Unscrew plug (A).
9. Pull dryer mount (C) with desiccant bag (D) upwards out of receiver.
10. Use a claw grip for example to pull filter element (E) upwards out of receiver.
11. Seal open receiver with plug (A) to prevent ingress of dirt and moisture. [Note: The plug, seals and desiccant bag are always to be renewed after opening the receiver Electronic Parts Catalogue.Keep the air-tight transport bag in which the desiccant bag is delivered sealed as long as possible. Only open transport bag immediately before inserting the desiccant bag into the condenser. After the transport bag has been opened, the desiccant bag will become saturated with moisture within a short time and is then unusable.Moisten seals of plug with refrigerant oil before installing.]
12. Check threads and sealing surfaces of receiver at condenser for contamination or damage via opening.
13. Insert filter element (E) in correct installation position into receiver of condenser.
14. Take desiccant bag (D) out of transport bag and insert it into dryer mount (C).
15. Insert dryer mount together with desiccant bag into receiver of condenser.
16. Fit and screw in the screw plug (A).

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