The BMW F10 F11 LCI MINI F56 F57 Compressor is an original air conditioning system component from the air conditioning compressors and clutches category, designed for facelifted BMW 5 Series models and MINI F56/F57. This is a solution for users who want to restore efficient, stable air conditioning operation while maintaining factory performance characteristics.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 6826879
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 6826879
- Substitutable numbers: 64526811430, 6811430, 64526811432, 6811432, 64529295050, 9295050, 64526826879, 6826879
- Category: A/C Compressors & Clutches
Application and Compatibility
The presented BMW air conditioning compressor has been designed as a component of the interior cooling system in BMW F10/F11 LCI and MINI F56/F57 vehicles. Thanks to its original design, it ensures:
- proper cooperation with factory engine accessories and air conditioning lines,
- adequate refrigerant compression performance tailored to the specific vehicle platform,
- stable operating parameters under typical operating conditions.
The presence of dedicated replacement numbers allows for selecting the compressor for a specific car configuration, facilitating matching for different engine versions within the same models.
Construction and Operating Characteristics
The offered component belongs to the group of air conditioning compressors and clutches, meaning its construction is adapted for cooperation with the engine's belt drive and the vehicle's air conditioning control system. The use of an original compression unit translates to:
- correct mounting geometry, facilitating installation in factory points on the engine,
- maintaining proper accessory belt tension due to matching pulley dimensions and position,
- correct compressor engagement control by the vehicle's electronic system.
This type of compressor is a key element of the refrigerant circuit, responsible for its compression and maintaining proper system pressure, which directly affects the efficiency of cabin cooling.
Benefits of Using an Original BMW Compressor
Choosing an original air conditioning compressor for BMW and MINI offers a range of practical advantages in daily operation:
- Factory Fitment – construction compliant with the vehicle manufacturer's design minimizes the risk of installation problems and system leaks.
- Seamless Electronic Integration – control parameters are adapted to the air conditioning control unit software used in BMW F10/F11 LCI and MINI F56/F57.
- Maintained Thermal Comfort – a correctly selected compressor allows for rapid interior cooling and stable maintenance of the set temperature.
- Optimal Engine Load Characteristics – an original compressor is designed considering its impact on fuel consumption and engine performance.
Condition, Origin, and Practical Application
The offered BMW air conditioning compressor is a used part from disassembly, providing an attractive alternative to new parts while maintaining original manufacturer specifications. This type of solution is often chosen by users who want to:
- reduce air conditioning system repair costs while retaining OEM components,
- avoid the uncertainty associated with aftermarket parts of unknown performance characteristics,
- restore full air conditioning functionality in daily driven cars.
Before installation, standard servicing procedures are recommended, including checking system tightness, replacing the desiccant, and refilling with refrigerant according to vehicle manufacturer guidelines.
If you are looking for other BMW air conditioning compressors and clutches, check out our dedicated offer: BMW air conditioning compressors and clutches.
For users considering the installation of used air conditioning components and other premium parts, our guide describing the selection of original disassembled parts for premium cars may be useful: used Mercedes parts – original components from disassembly.
If you are interested in a broader context of selecting parts from the aftermarket, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with a practical overview of the most frequently chosen components for popular makes and models: best used car parts – a guide to original components.
