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2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (BDC)
Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (BDC)SECTION Service and Repair
Compressor Bracket, Removing and Installing
Special tools, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required
- Torque wrench (5 - 50 Nm)
NOTE: The compressor bracket and related components can be removed and installed without having to open the refrigerant circuit
1 - Tensioning roller
2 - Generator (GEN)
- Removing
3 - Bracket
- Mounting for:
- Generator
- Compressor
- Power steering pump
- Removing:
- Remove ribbed belt Service and Repair
- Remove Generator (GEN) Service and Repair
- Remove power steering pump Service and Repair
- Remove bolts -7-.
- Remove compressor from bracket, swing away and secure in engine compartment with wire.
- Remove bolts -4- (Qty. 4).
- Remove compressor bracket from engine.
4 - Hex head bolt
- Qty. 4
- M10X55
- 50 Nm (37 ft. lb)
5 - Power steering pump
- Removing:
6 - Compressor
- Sanden SD7-V16
- With A/C clutch -N25-
- A/C clutch -N25-, servicing
7 - Hex head combination bolt
- M10X112
- 45 Nm (33 ft. lb)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.