DENSO Aftermarket Sales has announced a big expansion of its OEM Air Conditioning programme with the addition of 29 new Compressor references.

The range update covers applications for:

• BMW -  1-series (F20), BMW 3-series (F30), BMW 5-series (F10), BMW 7-series (F01),  BMW X5 (E70)
• Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler, Hummer H2
• Mercedes M-class (W163), S-class (C215), S-class (W220),
• Subaru Legacy and Outback
• Toyota Yaris, Auris, RAV4 and Land Cruiser. 

All of the new applications are OE, offering DENSO original quality to the aftermarket.

This latest range extension means that DENSO now offers 479 A/C Compressor part numbers covering over 2,650 applications.  Types include Reciprocal type (piston) 10PA, 10S, 7SBU and SE; Rotary type (vane and scroll) TV, SV and SC; and Electrical type (hybrid vehicle) ES Compressors.  All of DENSO’s A/C Compressors are new, precision filled with the right amount of oil and delivered as complete assemblies.

Martin Pring, Manager of DENSO Aftermarket Sales UK and Ireland, said, “These new references demonstrate our continued investment in providing the widest range of A/C Compressors in the automotive aftermarket, and are designed to meet the growing demand from customers across Europe.”

Holding a 40% share of the global market for original equipment A/C Compressors, DENSO Corporation is the world leader in this sector, selected by top vehicle manufacturers such as Audi, BMW, Fiat, Mercedes, Porsche, Toyota and VW. This expertise is reflected in its Compressor ranges for the aftermarket.  DENSO is also Europe's leading provider of OE Thermal and Engine Cooling parts and systems as a whole, with its products fitted as original equipment to 25% of European cars.

DENSO Aftermarket’s A/C Compressors form just one part of its Thermal Systems ranges for aftermarket customers, with other ranges including Receiver Driers, Pressure Switches, Expansion Valves and – new for 2014 - Evaporators. The company’s Engine Cooling ranges also include Cooling Radiators, Oil Coolers, Heater Cores, Condensers, Intercoolers, Cooling Fans and Cabin Blower Fans. 

DENSO’s A/C Compressors range also includes electric compressor part references covering Toyota and Lexus Hybrid vehicles.  Martin Pring confirmed, “The development of OE electric compressors is just one of DENSO’s many A/C innovations. An inbuilt motor allows the DENSO Electric Compressor to operate independently, providing consistent levels of air conditioning even when a car is stationery, making the cabin air more comfortable. The inclusion of electric compressors to our aftermarket ranges offers even more, profit opportunities for parts suppliers and garages.”

For optimum use DENSO Aftermarket is also currently raising awareness of the importance of using the right compressor oil in the A/C system.  Martin Pring explains, “The correct compressor oil is essential, primarily to lubricate moving parts, i.e. the compressor and the expansion valve needle. It also enables heat to escape from the compressor. As with refrigerant, oil in the A/C system must retain its chemical stability. However, it is vital to choose the right oil for the job. Insufficient lubrication due to universal oil is the second most frequent reason for DENSO A/C Compressor damage and failure. Analysis of DENSO A/C Compressor warranty claims for 2012 showed that in 24% of cases, garages did not use the correct PAG-oil needed for DENSO A/C Compressors.”

Full details of DENSO’s A/C programme, including the newly extended DENSO A/C Compressor range, will be available on TecDoc from July 2014.