Denso 471-8106 A/C Compressor

Denso 471-8106 A/C Compressor Overview

The Denso 471-8106 A/C compressor is a factory-new replacement built for vehicles that use R134A refrigerant and a serpentine belt drive. As an OE-supplier part, it is engineered for direct replacement use in select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including Ford F-150, Mustang, and Excursion models.

• Refrigerant type: R134A
• Clutch maximum diameter: 115.0 mm
• Pulley belt type: Serpentine
• Mounting type: Bolt tangent
• OE-style replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury HVAC systems

OE Fit and Application Details

Denso designs and tests this compressor to OE standards for factory-new fitment and system performance. The 471-8106 is built for vehicles that require the same compressor architecture originally specified by the manufacturer, helping maintain proper belt alignment, refrigerant flow, and A/C system operation. This part cross-references Four Seasons 57123 for the same application.

Compatible with 2004-2006 Ford F-150, 1996-2006 Ford Mustang, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT, 2002-2005 Ford Excursion, 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, 1993-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1993-2002 Lincoln Town Car, 1993-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, 1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird, and 1994-1997 Mercury Cougar. Fits 2003-2004 Ford Excursion, replacement for 471-8151 without Auxiliary A/C.

Common Problems This Compressor Can Address

• Loss of cabin cooling from a worn or failed compressor
• Noisy A/C operation caused by internal compressor wear
• Incorrect refrigerant circulation in R134A systems
• Belt-drive issues related to a damaged compressor pulley or clutch assembly
• Replacement needs for OE part number 471-8151 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify refrigerant type, clutch diameter, mounting style, and belt routing before installation. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for Ford F-150, Mustang, Excursion, and related Lincoln and Mercury models, since some applications note differences such as auxiliary A/C or manifold configuration. Always inspect the A/C system for contamination, leaks, and related component wear before installing a new compressor.

Quality Assurance

Denso is a major OE supplier of A/C compressors, and this unit is manufactured and tested to OE standards for direct-fit replacement use. The 471-8106 reflects Denso’s factory-new compressor design approach for consistent application matching and system performance.