Volkswagen replacement parts for air conditioning systems involve more than just the compressor. It is possible to purchase evaporators, driers, condensers, clutches, fans, valves and tubes.

Volkswagen Replacement Parts for Vintage and New VW Air Conditioning Systems

Vintage Volkswagens, like the Bug, did not come with standard air conditioning. It is possible to install an air conditioning system in a vintage VW, but there is one thing to consider before purchasing a kit. This particular auto was not designed with air conditioning in mind. The engine is small and the lack of power is well known. Adding an A/C unit will eat into the power supplied by the engine, dropping the speed and creating more heat and more wear on the system. That said, if used judiciously, an A/C system can be installed, used and enjoyed in a vintage VW. This type of upgrade is probably best done by a professional, as it involves adding a whole new system and set of controls.

Newer Volkswagen replacement parts for the air conditioning system are much easier to handle. Before replacing any parts, flush the system if the condenser installed is flushable. It's also a good idea to clean any of the parts that are going back into the system and replace the rings and connectors. Injecting new desiccant is also important whenever the system is opened.

A-Air sells new and rebuilt A/C compressors, condensers, evaporators, driers and valves for 17 different Volkswagen autos from the past two decades, including the Beetle, Jetta and Rabbit as well as less famous models.