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AWR1458 - A/C Compressor

Original price - Original price €480,00
Original price
€480,00
€480,00 - €480,00
Current price €480,00
OEM Part
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Brand Denso
Air Conditioning Compressor for the refrigerant circuit on 2.0L diesel applications fitted with air conditioning.

Belt-driven from the engine, the compressor draws low-pressure refrigerant vapour from the evaporator and pumps it as high-pressure gas to the condenser, driving the refrigerant around the A/C circuit. It is the pump at the heart of the system; an electromagnetic clutch on the pulley engages and disengages the drive as cooling is demanded.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Freelander 1 1996-2006 (L314)
Fitment Notes FREELANDER 1 1996-2006 — A/C compressor, 2.0L diesel (JLR cites L-series TCIE, AllMakes cites Td4); with air conditioning
Alternative Codes
AWR1458

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Frequently asked questions

What does the A/C compressor do on a Freelander 1?
The A/C compressor is the pump at the heart of the air conditioning circuit on the Land Rover Freelander 1. Belt-driven from the engine, it draws low-pressure refrigerant vapour from the evaporator and pumps it as high-pressure gas to the condenser. An electromagnetic clutch on the pulley engages the drive when cooling is demanded.
Which Freelander 1 does this A/C compressor fit?
This A/C compressor fits the Land Rover Freelander 1 (1996-2006) with the 2.0L diesel engine and factory air conditioning. It's a Denso unit. Diesel engine designations vary between catalogues for this model, so confirm your engine and A/C specification against your VIN before ordering.
Why do A/C compressors fail, and what are the signs?
A/C compressors typically fail through clutch burnout, worn internal bearings, a seized pulley, or internal wear that drops refrigerant pressure. Common signs are no cold air, a noisy or rattling pulley, or the clutch not engaging. A seized compressor can shed debris into the circuit, so the system usually needs flushing.
Can the A/C compressor be fitted at home?
Fitting an A/C compressor isn't a typical DIY job. The air conditioning system has to be discharged and later recharged with refrigerant using recovery equipment, which is a regulated task requiring specialist F-gas handling. The mechanical swap is straightforward, but the refrigerant work usually means a workshop with the right gear.