Mercedes W204 M271 Petrol Engine A/C Air Condition Compressor A0022303011

The Mercedes W204 M271 A/C Compressor is an original air conditioning system component from the Mercedes group, designed for gasoline engines. It enables efficient refrigerant compression, ensuring stable air conditioning operation and thermal comfort inside the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0022303011
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0022303011
• Substitutable numbers: A0022303011, A 002 230 30 11
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: A/C Compressors & Clutches

Purpose and Technical Characteristics

The presented air conditioning compressor for Mercedes W204 with M271 engine belongs to the air conditioning compressors and clutches category. It is a component designed to work with a gasoline engine, which is important for correct selection in terms of operating pressures, rotational characteristics, and drivetrain load.

The compressor's design is adapted to the manufacturer's factory requirements, ensuring proper cooling efficiency, adequate sealing, and compatibility with original engine accessories and air conditioning lines.

Application in the Air Conditioning System

The compressor plays a key role in the refrigerant circuit, responsible for:

• Compressing the refrigerant to the appropriate operating pressure,
• Maintaining stable air conditioning performance under various engine load conditions,
• Interfacing with the factory air conditioning control system in the W204 model with the M271 engine.

By maintaining the parameters specified by the manufacturer, installing this compressor allows for the restoration of correct A/C system operation without the need for installation modifications.

Benefits of Using an Original Compressor

Choosing an original Mercedes air conditioning compressor offers a range of practical benefits:

• Factory Fitment – compatibility with mounting points, pulley, lines, and engine accessories.
• Predictable Operating Parameters – maintaining cooling performance in line with manufacturer specifications.
• Vehicle Electronics Compatibility – proper interaction with pressure sensors, the air conditioning control unit, and the engine management system.
• Optimal Drivetrain Load – the compressor is adapted to the M271 gasoline engine's characteristics, reducing the risk of excessive vibrations and overloads.

This solution is particularly valued by workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand, where repair result consistency and compliance with service documentation are crucial.

Condition, Installation, and Service Recommendations

This component is from a dismantled vehicle and is offered as a used Mercedes air conditioning compressor. Before installation, standard servicing procedures are recommended, such as flushing the system, replacing the receiver-drier, and checking the oil level in the compressor according to the vehicle manufacturer's guidelines and the refrigerant used.

Professional installation by an experienced workshop helps minimize the risk of leaks, operational noise, or incorrect system pressure. A correctly selected and installed compressor ensures stable air conditioning operation and comfortable use of the car during the summer and winter seasons (air dehumidification).

Other Air Conditioning Compressors and Used Parts Knowledge

If you are looking for other Mercedes air conditioning compressors and clutches, check out the Mercedes air conditioning compressors and clutches available in our store to find a part that perfectly matches your car's specific engine version and year.

More information on why used, original Mercedes components – including air conditioning compressors – are a sensible alternative to new parts can be found in the article: Used Mercedes Parts – Original Parts from Dismantling.

If you want to deepen your knowledge about safely purchasing second-hand parts, the step-by-step guide: Safe Online Purchase of Used Car Parts, which discusses, among other things, selection by OEM numbers and practical tips for workshops, will be helpful.