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 Air conditioning system 
 Refrigerant compressor 
Fig. 172: Identifying External Torx Set (001 589 76 09 00)
3.1Remove mass air flow sensor on left 
behind the charge air cooler On Model 163.113 only: between the air 
hose of the charge air cooler and engine. 
4Discharge air conditioning system
 Installation: Evacuate air conditioning, 
refill and check for proper operation and 
leaktightness.AR83.30-P-
1760GH
5
Unscrew screw (3) for refrigerant 
line (6) to the expansion valve and 
screw (4) for refrigerant line (5) from 
the condenser at the fluid reservoir 
(8)
 *BA83.30-
P-1001-01B
6
Remove refrigerant line (5) from 
condenser and refrigerant line (6) to 
the expansion valve at the fluid 
reservoir (8)
 Installation: Install new sealing rings 
and moisten with compressor oil. 
7Release external Torx drive bolt (7) 
at fluid reservoir clamp External torx setFig. 172
8Remove fluid reservoir (8) Installation: Note additional oil filling 
capacity when replacing the fluid reservoir.*BF83.55-
P-1005-
01A
9Install in the reverse order  
NumberDesignationModel Series 163
BA83.30-P-1001-01BHexagon bolt securing refrigerant line to fluid reservoirNM10
NumberDesignationRefrigerant 
compressor 7SB16, 
refrigerant R134a 
in model 163
BF83.55-P-1005-
01AAdditional oil filling 
capacity when 
replacing fluid 
reservoirCompressor oilcm3 10
Specifications for 
Operating FluidsSheetBB00.40-P-0362-
00A
 
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INSTALL/REMOVE CONDENSER - AR83.30-P-6540GH
MODELS 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175 with CODE (580) Air conditioning or Tempmatic for 
USA  
Illustrated on model 163.154  
Fig. 173: Identifying Condenser Components
 
 
 Remove/Install  
 
Risk of explosion caused by 
welding or soldering work on 
closed air conditioning system. 
Risk of poisoning caused by 
inhaling overheated refrigerant 
vapors. Risk of injury to skin and 
eyes caused by contact with liquid 
refrigerant.Never perform welding work on or near a 
closed air conditioning system. No smoking 
or open flames. Wear safety glasses and 
protective gloves. Work only in well 
ventilated areas. Carry out repair work on the 
air conditioning system circuit only after the 
system has been discharged.
AS83.00-Z-
0001-01A
 Conduct if air conditioning system 
is damaged or leakingAll models
AH83.30-
N-0004-
01A
 
Protect air conditioning circuit and 
components from moisture when 
carrying out repair work
All models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0005-
01A
 
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 Notes on handling refrigerant 
R134aAll models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0003-
01A
1.1 
Remove 
additional 
fan (M4)
 
Models 163.136 /154/157 /172 with air 
conditioning or for USA Tempmatic, code 
580.AR83.30-
P-5600GH
2.1Remove intercooler Only models 163.113/ 128. 
  Model 163.113AR09.41-P-
6817MM
  Model 163.128AR09.41-P-
6817CD
3Discharge air conditioning system
 Installation: Evacuate, refill air 
conditioning system and check for proper 
operation and tightness.AR83.30-
P-1760GH
4.1Detach lower engine compartment 
panelingModel 163.172/174/175AR61.20-
P-1105GH 
4.2Remove noise encapsulation Removal: Only remove front part. 
  Model 163.113/128AR94.30-P-
5400GH
5.1Remove air guide Only if present Located at front 
crossmember, in center behind front bumper. 
6Unscrew bolts at bottom of 
electric fan or fan shroud. Also remove sheet metal nuts. 
7Remove attachment parts (20) and 
rubber shock absorber(21) Removal: Lower attaching parts and 
damper rubber. 
 Installation: Replace attaching parts.
 
8Unscrew screw (2) for refrigerant 
line at fluid reservoir 
*BA83.30-
P-1001-
01B
9Detach refrigerant line from fluid 
reservoir Installation: Replace sealing rings and 
moisten with compressor oil. 
10Unscrew screw (6) for refrigerant 
line at condenser(5) 
*BA83.30-
P-1002-
01B
11Detach refrigerant line from 
condenser (5) Installation: Replace sealing rings and 
moisten with compressor oil. 
12Detach rubber seal (4) from 
radiator (7)  
13Remove screws (3)  
14.1Remove attachment parts (20) and 
rubber shock absorber(21)Model 163.113/128 
 Upper attaching parts and damper rubber. 
 Installation: Replace attaching parts.
 
 
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 Air conditioning system 
 Refrigerant compressor 
REMOVE, INSTALL AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL MODULE - AR83.30-P-6600GH 
MODELS 163.113/136/154/172/174 up to 31.8.01 with CODE (580) air conditioning or Tempmatic for 
USA  
15Remove capacitor (5) upward Installation: Note additional oil filling 
capacity when replacing the condenser.*BF83.55-
P-1003-
01A
16Install in the reverse order  
NumberDesignationModel 163
BA83.30-P-1001-01BHexagon bolt securing refrigerant line to fluid reservoirNm10
BA83.30-P-1002-01BHexagon bolt for refrigerant line to capacitorNm20
NumberDesignationRefrigerant 
compressor 7SB16, 
refrigerant R134a 
in model 163
BF83.55-P-1003-
01AAdditional oil filling 
capacity when 
replacing condenserCompressor oilcm3 20
Specifications for 
Operating FluidsSheetBB00.40-P-0362-
00A
 
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Fig. 174: Identifying Air Conditioning Control Module Components
REMOVE AND INSTALL EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR - AR83.30-P-8085GH 
MODEL 163 with CODE (580) Air conditioning or Tempmatic for USA  
Fig. 175: Identifying Evaporator Temperature Sensor Components
 
 
 Removal, installation  
1Disconnect ground cable of battery AR54.10-P-0003A 
2Remove switch unit for heater/ ventilation (1) AR83.20-P-
1835GH
3Unscrew bolt (4) for air conditioning control module (N19) at 
evaporator housing (3)  
4Disconnect connector (5) at air conditioning control module (N19)  
5Detach air conditioning control module (N19) from evaporator 
housing (3)  
6Install in the reverse order  
7Encode radio AR82.60-P-7502-
01GH 
8Read out diagnostic trouble code memory, erase and set clock  
 
 
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REMOVE/INSTALL OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR - AR83.30-P-8086GH 
MODELS 163.113 #A up to 289564, 163.154 #A as of 145272 up to 289564, 163.172 #A as of 145272, 
163.174 #A up to 289564, 163.113 #X up to 754619, 163.136 #X as of 708319, 163.154 #X as of 708319 up 
to 754619, 163.172 #X as of 708319 with CODE (580) Air conditioning or Tempmatic for USA
 Remove/Install  
 
Risk of explosion from welding or 
soldering work on closed air 
conditioning system. Risk of 
poisoning. Inhaling overheated 
refrigerant vapors may be toxic. Risk 
of injury. Contact with liquid 
refrigerant may result in injury to the 
skin and eyes.Do not carry out any welding work on the 
closed air conditioning system or in the 
surrounding area. No smoking or open 
flames. Wear eye protection and protective 
gloves. Work only in well ventilated areas. 
Carry out repair work on the air 
conditioning system circuit only after the 
system has been discharged.
AS83.00-
Z-0001-
01A
 Procedures if air conditioning system is 
damaged or leakingAll models
AH83.30-
N-0004-
01A
 
Protect air conditioning circuit and 
components from moisture when 
carrying out repair work
All models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0005-
01A
 Notes on handling refrigerant R134aAll models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0003-
01A
1Remove evaporator housing AR83.30-
P-5200GH
2Disassemble AC housing AR83.30-
P-5201GH
3Unclip evaporator temperature sensor 
(B10/6) from evaporator (1)  
4Install in the reverse order  
 
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Fig. 176: Identifying Coolan t Compensating Reservoir  
Fig. 177: Identifying Outside Air Te  mperature Sensor And Connector
 
 
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 Remove/install  
 
Risk of injury to skin and eyes 
suffering scalding from contact with 
hot coolant spray. Risk of poisoning 
from swallowing coolant.
Do not open cooling system unless coolant 
temperature is below 90°C. Open cap slowly 
and release the pressure. Do not pour 
coolant into beverage bottles. 
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing 
and eye protection.
AS20.00-Z-
0001-01A 
 
Risk of explosion from welding or 
soldering work on closed air 
conditioning system. Risk of 
poisoning. Inhaling overheated 
refrigerant vapors may be toxic. Risk 
of injury from skin and eye contact 
with liquid refrigerant.Do not carry out any welding work on the 
closed air conditioning system or in the 
surrounding area. No smoking or open 
flames. Wear eye protection and protective 
gloves. Work only in well ventilated areas. 
Carry out repair work on the air 
conditioning system circuit only after the 
system has been discharged.
AS83.00-Z-
0001-01A
 Procedures if air conditioning system 
is damaged or leakingAll models
AH83.30-
N-0004-
01A
 
Protect air conditioning circuit and 
components from moisture when 
carrying out repair work
All models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0005-
01A
 Notes on handling refrigerant R134aAll models fitted with air conditioning
AH83.30-
N-0003-
01A
1Drain coolant J Engine 112, 113.AR20.00-P-
1142HA 
   Engine 111.AR20.00-P-
1142HG
   Engine 612.963.AR20.00-P-
1142M
2Unscrew coolant compensating 
reservoir (1) on firewall Lay compensating reservoir to one side. 
3Disconnect coolant delivery/return 
hoses for heat exchanger (2) Remove hose clamps from coolant hoses. 
4Discharge air conditioning system
 Installation: Evacuate air conditioning, 
refill and check for proper operation and 
leaktightness.AR83.30-P-
1760GH
5Remove cover on expansion valve 
(4)  
6Remove nut (3) on expansion valve 
(4) Replace self-locking nut. 
 *BA83.30-
P-1003-01B
7Disconnect refrigerant lines from 
expansion valve Installation: Install new sealing rings 
and moisten with compressor oil. 
 
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