A/C Compressor for 2019-2020 Kia Optima - Four Seasons 178343

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MPN: 178343
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Four Seasons A/C Compressor P/N:178343
Four Seasons A/C Compressor P/N:178343
$675.99

Keep refrigerant circulating through your air conditioning system with the Four Seasons AC compressor, part number 178343, a new Halla VS16E unit. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2019-2020 Kia Optima with all engines. If a failed compressor is behind warm air from the vents, this unit replaces it.

This Four Seasons compressor comes with the clutch and a 12-volt DC clutch coil. It is belt-driven through a six-groove serpentine pulley with a 4.500-inch outside diameter, uses a tangent mount, and connects through a harness lead.

  • Built to OE standards: Made to match or surpass OE specifications and validated for the equivalent of 100,000 miles.
  • Pre-charged with oil: Ships with 3 ounces of PAG oil, suitable for R134a or R1234yf applications. Check the vehicle's under-hood decal for the proper oil type.
  • Direct-fit connectors: Designed for easier installation and to help avoid splicing into the wiring.
  • Seals in the box: Includes the O-rings and sealing washers needed for installation, among them slim line sealing washers 24402 and 24404.

Mounting hardware and a switch are not included. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether the originals may be reused. Country of origin: Republic of Korea.

Interchange: 7513497 · 97701D5600 · 276541 · A76541 · 891759 · 142520NC

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

178343, 7513497, 97701D5600, 276541, A76541, 891759, 142520NC

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the right AC compressor for a 2019-2020 Kia Optima?

It is listed as a direct-fit replacement for the 2019-2020 Kia Optima with all engines. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.

Does the compressor come with oil?

Yes. It comes pre-charged with 3 ounces of PAG oil, suitable for R134a or R1234yf applications. Check your vehicle's under-hood decal for the proper oil type.

What is included in the box?

You get the new compressor with its clutch, plus the O-rings and sealing washers needed for installation, including slim line sealing washers 24402 and 24404. Mounting hardware and a switch are not included.

What are signs an A/C compressor may need replacing?

Common signs include warm air from the vents, grinding or squealing noise with the A/C on, a clutch that won't engage, or refrigerant leaks. Have the system diagnosed first, because other A/C parts can cause similar symptoms.

What are the pulley and clutch specs?

It has a six-groove serpentine pulley with a 4.500-inch outside diameter and a 12-volt DC clutch coil. It uses a tangent mount and a harness-lead connector.