How to properly remove and install an A/C compressor following the manufacturer's instructions on BMW X5?

Following manufacturer's instructions, connect an approved refrigerant recovery, recycling, or recharging unit to the A/C system and discharge system. Raise the car and support it safely, then remove the splash shield from under the engine. With the engine fully cooled off, drain the cooling system. Mark the A/C drive belt with the direction of rotation and remove it. Remove the air filter housing. Working above the right front of the engine compartment, squeeze the plastic junction at the secondary air valve to separate the air intake hose and tie it to the side to gain access to the A/C compressor. Remove Allen mounting bolts and pull off refrigerant lines, plugging them and the ports immediately to prevent contamination. Detach the coolant hose from the right side of the thermostat housing. Working underneath the vehicle at the radiator outlet hose, detach the radiator outlet coolant temperature sensor, then detach the coolant hose from the radiator and remove it, along with the mounting plate underneath the radiator. Underneath the vehicle, detach the compressor electrical connector, cover the frame rail underneath the compressor, remove the compressor mounting bolts, and lift out the compressor with refrigerant lines attached. Separate the lines from the compressor on a workbench, ensuring to replace sealing O-rings when reattaching refrigerant lines. Installation is the reverse of removal, with sealing O-rings replaced when reconnecting refrigerant lines. If installing a new compressor or if the compressor is off the vehicle for more than 24 hours, replace the receiver-drier unit. Install and tension the NC drive belt, noting the previously made direction mark. Fill and bleed the cooling system, then recharge the NC system following the equipment manufacturer's instructions. When starting a new compressor for the first time, switch on the NC system, set air vents to OPEN, start the engine and allow it to idle, set blower output to 75% of maximum, and run the NC for at least 2 minutes at idle speed (under 1500 rpm), as the new compressor may be damaged if run at higher than idle speed at start-up.

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BMW X5 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR
Part Number: 64529496106
$1687.77 MSRP: $2350.79
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- Other Name: ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-52-9-364-872, 64-52-9-364-867, 64-52-6-998-210
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive40e(F15)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529399060
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-52-9-217-868
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2018 BMW X5 | sDrive35i(F15), xDrive35i(E70), xDrive35i(F15)
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BMW X5 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR
Part Number: 64529496112
$1687.77 MSRP: $2350.79
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 BMW X5 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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BMW X5 RP A/C COMPRESSOR WITH MAGNE
Part Number: 64529890655
$1359.43 MSRP: $1893.47
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- Other Name: RP A/C COMPRESSOR WITH MAGNE; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-52-6-995-918
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2025 BMW X5 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV), xDrive40i(G05)
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BMW X5 AIR COND.COMPRESSOR W/ MAGNE
Part Number: 64527948809
$1359.43 MSRP: $1893.47
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: AIR COND.COMPRESSOR W/ MAGNE; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 BMW X5 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529399059
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive35d(F15)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor Without Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529185144
$1003.07 MSRP: $1397.11
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- Other Name: Rp Air Con.Compres.Without Magnetic Coupling; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-50-9-121-760
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 BMW X5 | 4.8i(E70), xDrive48i(E70)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529217868
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling
- Replaced by: 64529399060
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2018 BMW X5 | sDrive35i(F15), xDrive35i(E70), xDrive35i(F15)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64509154072
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive50i(E70), xDrive50i(F15)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64526918000
$1220.38 MSRP: $1699.79
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Air Conditioning Compressor; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2006 BMW X5 | 3.0i(E53)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64526822848
$1299.89 MSRP: $1810.53
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- Other Name: Rp Air Conditioning Compressor
- Replaced by: 64525B821C8
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2020 BMW X5 | M50i(G05), xDrive50i(G05)
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BMW X5 Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64526998210
$1687.77 MSRP: $2350.79
You Save: $663.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Electric A/C Compressor
- Replaced by: 64529496106
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive40e(F15)
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BMW X5 AIR COND.COMPRESSOR W/ MAGNE
Part Number: 64525A58A52
$1299.89 MSRP: $1810.53
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- Other Name: AIR COND.COMPRESSOR W/ MAGNE; Compressor
- Replaced by: 64525B821C8
- Replaces: 64-52-9-380-568, 64-52-5-A11-2E1, 64-52-6-822-848
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2025 BMW X5 | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.4 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529185145
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 BMW X5 | 4.8i(E70), xDrive48i(E70)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor With Magnetic Coupling
Part Number: 64529399061
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Ac Compressor.W.Magnetic Coupling; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive50i(F15)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64529185143
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Air Conditioning Compressor; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-50-9-121-759
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 BMW X5 | 3.0si(E70), xDrive30i(E70)
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BMW X5 Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64509121759
$1094.63 MSRP: $1524.65
You Save: $430.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Rp Air Conditioning Compressor
- Replaced by: 64529185143
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 BMW X5 | 3.0si(E70), xDrive30i(E70)
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BMW X5 ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR
Part Number: 64525B31E57
$1607.41 MSRP: $2238.85
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ELECTRIC A/C COMPRESSOR; Compressor
- Replaced by: 64525BA15A1
- Replaces: 64-52-5-A84-971
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2024-2025 BMW X5 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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BMW X5 Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Part Number: 64529364872
$1687.77 MSRP: $2350.79
You Save: $663.02 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Electric A/C Compressor
- Replaced by: 64529496106
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 BMW X5 | xDrive40e(F15)
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BMW X5 A/C COMPRESSOR W/O MAGNETIC
Part Number: 64529890656
$1250.20 MSRP: $1741.32
You Save: $491.12 (29%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: A/C COMPRESSOR W/O MAGNETIC; Compressor
- Replaces: 64-52-6-995-919
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2023 BMW X5 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, xDrive40i(G05)

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BMW X5 A/C Compressor

The BMW X5 A/C Compressor is the heart of the climate system of the SUV. It forces low-pressure refrigerant gas into a high-pressure state of high temperature so that the cabin remains pleasantly cool. By pumping refrigerant, the A/C Compressor increases pressure and heat, pumps the hot vapor to the condenser where air from outside removes energy, and it passes to the cooled liquid towards the evaporator where cooled air washes through the vents before the loop begins again. Early versions applied an A/C Compressor calibrated for R12 refrigerant, but later X5 versions went with ones built for R134a. The primary difference between the two is the specific oil formulation and internal seals each gas requires. Selecting the right A/C Compressor therefore requires verifying the label of the specified refrigerant and matching the part number listed for the specific model year. BMW owners who are browsing the applied market for an X5 are advised to pay extra attention to this detail and ensure that the car in question does not require a costly retrofit. A healthy A/C Compressor ensures sharp temperature control, reduces summer fatigue, and helps preserve the fine comfort BMW and the acclaimed X5 nameplate promise.

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BMW X5 A/C Compressor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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How to properly remove and install an A/C compressor following the manufacturer's instructions on BMW X5?
Posted by Katie T.
A:
Following manufacturer's instructions, connect an approved refrigerant recovery, recycling, or recharging unit to the A/C system and discharge system. Raise the car and support it safely, then remove the splash shield from under the engine. With the engine fully cooled off, drain the cooling system. Mark the A/C drive belt with the direction of rotation and remove it. Remove the air filter housing. Working above the right front of the engine compartment, squeeze the plastic junction at the secondary air valve to separate the air intake hose and tie it to the side to gain access to the A/C compressor. Remove Allen mounting bolts and pull off refrigerant lines, plugging them and the ports immediately to prevent contamination. Detach the coolant hose from the right side of the thermostat housing. Working underneath the vehicle at the radiator outlet hose, detach the radiator outlet coolant temperature sensor, then detach the coolant hose from the radiator and remove it, along with the mounting plate underneath the radiator. Underneath the vehicle, detach the compressor electrical connector, cover the frame rail underneath the compressor, remove the compressor mounting bolts, and lift out the compressor with refrigerant lines attached. Separate the lines from the compressor on a workbench, ensuring to replace sealing O-rings when reattaching refrigerant lines. Installation is the reverse of removal, with sealing O-rings replaced when reconnecting refrigerant lines. If installing a new compressor or if the compressor is off the vehicle for more than 24 hours, replace the receiver-drier unit. Install and tension the NC drive belt, noting the previously made direction mark. Fill and bleed the cooling system, then recharge the NC system following the equipment manufacturer's instructions. When starting a new compressor for the first time, switch on the NC system, set air vents to OPEN, start the engine and allow it to idle, set blower output to 75% of maximum, and run the NC for at least 2 minutes at idle speed (under 1500 rpm), as the new compressor may be damaged if run at higher than idle speed at start-up.
Answered by BMW Parts Specialist Brad / Nov 15, 2025