CSF 10538 A/C Condenser

CSF 10538 A/C Condenser for Volkswagen Passat and CC

Restore cabin cooling performance with the CSF 10538 A/C condenser, built for Volkswagen Passat and Volkswagen CC applications that use the SUB COOL design. This aluminum parallel flow condenser is engineered for direct replacement service and uses block fitting inlet and outlet connections for a clean OE-style installation.

Key Features

• Aluminum parallel flow construction for efficient refrigerant heat transfer
• Core thickness: 5/8 in. for a compact condenser profile
• Core dimensions: 18 1/7 in. wide x 23 1/3 in. long
• Inlet and outlet tube style: block fitting
• Supplied with SUB COOL Design Technology
• CSF Aluminum Parallel Flow product line for HVAC condenser replacement

Product Details

The CSF 10538 is an A/C condenser for Volkswagen Passat and Volkswagen CC models that require the SUB COOL design. Its parallel flow aluminum core is sized to match the listed applications while supporting efficient heat rejection in the vehicle’s air conditioning system. CSF notes ISO/TSO certified factory production and packaging designed for transit protection, and this part number is part of a line with more than 30 million units sold across the brand’s condenser and cooling catalog.

This part cross-references Anchor 3493 and APDI 7013493 for the same application. Search terms such as Volkswagen Passat A/C condenser replacement, Volkswagen CC condenser with block fittings, and CSF 10538 condenser for SUB COOL design all point to this direct-fit HVAC component.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Weak A/C cooling caused by a leaking or restricted condenser
• Refrigerant loss from corrosion or impact damage
• Reduced heat exchange efficiency in the front HVAC system
• Fitment issues when replacing a condenser with the wrong tube style
• Cooling performance concerns on Volkswagen Passat and CC models with SUB COOL design

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses the SUB COOL design before ordering.
• Confirm block fitting inlet and outlet connections match the original condenser.
• Inspect the A/C system for contamination, leaks, and damaged seals before reassembly.
• Flush the system as needed after condenser failure to protect the replacement component.
• Check condenser mounting points and surrounding cooling components during installation.

Quality Assurance

CSF manufactures this condenser in ISO/TSO certified factories and backs the product line with established production controls used across its HVAC catalog. The 10538 is built as a direct replacement for listed Volkswagen Passat and Volkswagen CC applications, with packaging intended to protect the part before installation.