Four Seasons 98342 A/C compressor for the 2000-2006 Jaguar XK8 and other vehicles compresses refrigerant and moves it through the air conditioning system. This Four Seasons AC compressor is a new unit and comes with its clutch.
- Denso 10PA17C compressor type with 12 V DC coil voltage
- Pre-charged with 3 ounces of PAG oil, which reduces prep time
- New compressors are tested to deliver durability equal to 100,000 miles
- All required O-rings and sealing washers come with the compressor
Quick facts
- Part: Four Seasons 98342 A/C compressor
- Fits: the 2000-2006 Jaguar XK8 and other vehicles
- Condition: New
Air that is no longer cold, noise from the compressor or a clutch that does not engage can be signs the compressor is wearing out. Before you replace the compressor, rule out a refrigerant leak, a restriction elsewhere in the system and a fault in the clutch circuit, because those can produce the same weak cooling.
Fits
This A/C compressor is a direct-fit replacement for the 2000-2006 Jaguar XK8, the 2000-2006 Jaguar XKR and the 1998-2003 Jaguar Vanden Plas, and each takes one. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Outside pulley diameter: 4.750 in
- Pulley grooves: 7
- Pulley belt type: serpentine
- Mounting type: tangent mount
- Outlet C length: 121 mm
- Coil voltage: 12 V DC
Build and materials
- Compressor type: Denso 10PA17C
- Clutch: included
- Refrigerant type: R134a
- Compatible refrigerant oil: PAG 46
- Connector type: pin
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Japan
In the box
One compressor with clutch, O-rings and sealing washers. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts, as the old ones may not be reusable.
Installation notes
- May require use of the OE manifold.
- OE-style connectors help eliminate the need for splicing, which makes installation faster.
Interchange: C1823 · C2159 · 276035 · T98342 · 639881 · 208537 · AC1208537 · C2N1179 · C2N2663 · MCA7300AE · A76035 · 4710358 · 4710874 · 4711358 · 891642 · 140127C · 140127NC · 140127NIP
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
C1823, C2159, 276035, T98342, 639881, 98342, 208537, AC1208537, C2N1179, C2N2663, MCA7300AE, A76035, 4710358, 4710874, 4711358, 891642, 140127C, 140127NC, 140127NIP
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Jaguar XK8 AC compressor fit a 2000-2006 model?
Yes. Four Seasons 98342 is a direct-fit compressor for the 2000-2006 Jaguar XK8, and the car takes one. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check other models.
Does the Four Seasons compressor come with oil and O-rings?
Yes. This compressor arrives pre-charged with 3 ounces of PAG oil and includes the O-rings and sealing washers. Mounting hardware is not included.
Which refrigerant oil and refrigerant go with Four Seasons 98342?
Four Seasons 98342 lists PAG 46 as its compatible refrigerant oil, and its refrigerant type is R134a.
How can I tell if this Denso 10PA17C compressor is worn out?
A clutch that does not engage, noise from the compressor or air that is no longer cold can be signs of a failing compressor. A shop can test the system to confirm.
Does the Four Seasons 98342 compressor need the OE manifold?
Four Seasons 98342 may require use of the OE manifold. Its OE-style connectors help eliminate the need for splicing.
