{"product_id":"0012307111-a-c-compressor","title":"Mercedes Sprinter A\/C Compressor with Clutch (Rear A\/C) – Denso | NCV3 \u0026 VS30 | #0012307111 (2010–2021)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf your Sprinter is equipped with rear auxiliary air conditioning and the system has stopped cooling effectively — or you're hearing noise when the compressor engages — this is the correct replacement unit. A failing A\/C compressor on a Sprinter with rear auxiliary A\/C affects both front and rear climate zones simultaneously, leaving the entire system without refrigerant compression. This is the Denso OEM A\/C compressor with clutch for Sprinters equipped with rear auxiliary A\/C, a direct replacement that restores full dual-zone cooling performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Part Does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe A\/C compressor is the engine-driven pump at the heart of the refrigerant circuit. On Sprinters equipped with rear auxiliary climate control, this compressor is a higher-capacity unit than the standard front-only compressor — it must generate sufficient refrigerant flow to serve both the front evaporator and the rear auxiliary evaporator simultaneously. Driven by the serpentine belt through an electromagnetic clutch, it compresses low-pressure refrigerant from both evaporators into high-pressure gas that flows to the condenser, where heat is rejected before the refrigerant cycles back through the expansion valves and into the cabin zones. When the compressor's internal components fail, its shaft seal leaks refrigerant, or the clutch fails to engage, both the front and rear A\/C zones lose cooling simultaneously. Denso is a primary OEM A\/C compressor supplier to Mercedes-Benz, and this unit is built to the same specifications as the original factory-installed compressor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing A\/C Compressor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBoth front and rear A\/C zones blowing warm air despite a fully charged system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGrinding, squealing, or rattling from the compressor area when A\/C is switched on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCompressor clutch that clicks but the compressor does not spin — seized internally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRefrigerant leak at the compressor shaft seal confirmed by dye or electronic leak test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCompressor cycling on and off rapidly — pressure relief activating from worn internals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA\/C system fault codes in the HVAC control module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eReplace when the compressor is confirmed failed after verifying refrigerant charge, clutch coil voltage, and the A\/C pressure switch. Always replace the receiver\/drier and expansion valve(s) when replacing the compressor, and flush the A\/C system to remove any metal debris before recharging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIN Verification Required — Rear A\/C Models Only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis compressor is for Sprinters equipped with rear auxiliary A\/C only — it is not interchangeable with the standard front-only compressor (001230861180). A\/C compressor configurations are VIN-specific and vary by trim, optional equipment, and model year. Always verify your VIN and A\/C system configuration before ordering. Contact us and we'll confirm fitment before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2010–2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 – 2.1L \u0026amp; 3.0L Diesel, with rear auxiliary A\/C (NCV3 \u0026amp; VS30)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2010–2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 – 2.1L \u0026amp; 3.0L Diesel, with rear auxiliary A\/C (NCV3 \u0026amp; VS30)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e✔ Rear auxiliary A\/C equipped models only — standard front-only A\/C uses a different compressor (#001230861180)\u003cbr\u003e✔ Always replace receiver\/drier and expansion valves when replacing the compressor\u003cbr\u003e✔ Always flush A\/C system before recharging after compressor failure\u003cbr\u003e✔ This part is VIN-specific — always verify before ordering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMercedes OEM: 0012307111 \/ A0012307111 \/ 001-230-71-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCross-reference: 68012250AA \/ K68012250AA \/ 0002344011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eManufacturer: Denso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSKU: 0012307111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46297442123950,"sku":"0012307111","price":799.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9077\/1374\/files\/0012307111_graphic.png?v=1787887261","url":"https:\/\/shop.bluetecsprinterparts.com\/products\/0012307111-a-c-compressor","provider":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}