Air Con Pump replacement...

[X5-D-Sport]

Just a little question...
E53 D-Sport 218....

Can the AC pump be removed/replaced from under the vehicle, or is it only removable from above after stripping the exhaust manifold & turbo out of the way 1st ??

Are the gaskets available on their own ? or can some gasket sealant be used instead ?

Any one done this job ?

[X5Sport]

Realoem shows separate gaskets with their own part numbers (in the engine subsection) so you should be able to get them as individual items.  Might be main Dealer only though 

Can't help with removal options though.

[X5-D-Sport]

Many thanks