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How to Remove the Air Conditioning Compressor from a Volkswagen Jetta

Model: Volkswagen Jetta A4, MK 4 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Air conditioning

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This guide provides instructions on how to remove and replace the air conditioning compressor of the Volkswagen Jetta, as well as the Golf. First, open the bonnet of your car and remove the front bumper by unscrewing all the screws; then disconnect the belt from the air conditioning compressor by unscrewing the mounting bolts to remove it, as shown in the video.

At this point, install the new compressor (use the original component), making the necessary connections; finally, check the operation of the air conditioning!


Updated on 25 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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