Removing and installing refrigerant lines from air conditioner compressor — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1C1, 1Y7

• Opens: engine oil

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• Releasing refrigerant into the environment is a criminal offence.
• Refrigerant line (C) leads to condenserRefrigerant line (E) comes from expansion valveMake sure roll pins (F) are correctly located when refrigerant lines are being fitted.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Always disconnect the battery earth strap before working on the electrical system. — Extract refrigerant. [Note: Releasing refrigerant into the environment is a criminal offence.]
2. Remove bolts (A) (specified torque: 22 Nm). — 22 Nm (16 lb-ft)
3. Renew O-rings (B) (10.8 mm; 1.8 mm) and (D) (14.3 mm; 2.4 mm). [Note: Refrigerant line (C) leads to condenserRefrigerant line (E) comes from expansion valveMake sure roll pins (F) are correctly located when refrigerant lines are being fitted.] [Note: Perform following work steps prior to first use if a new air conditioner compressor has been installed or fresh refrigerant oil filled into air conditioner compressor (e.g. after blowing through refrigerant circuit and emptying air conditioner compressor via oil drain plug):]

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