Dorman 34214 A/C Compressor Bypass Pulley

Dorman 34214 A/C Compressor Bypass Pulley

The Dorman 34214 A/C compressor bypass pulley provides a practical way to keep the original serpentine drive belt in use when the factory A/C compressor is no longer operating. Built with an aluminum bracket and plastic pulley, it is a direct-fit service part for select Volkswagen applications, including Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Clasico models.

Key Features

• Bypasses an inoperable A/C compressor while retaining the OE drive belt path
• Aluminum bracket with plastic pulley construction
• Designed for serpentine belt systems
• Includes mounting bracket and installation instructions
• 120 mm outside diameter pulley
• For Ltr4 compressor applications
• Dorman 34214 replacement part for select Volkswagen vehicles

Detailed Description

This A/C compressor bypass pulley is a cost-effective repair solution when the compressor has failed but the vehicle still needs to run on the original belt routing. The Dorman 34214 is built around a mounting bracket and single pulley assembly, allowing the serpentine belt to continue driving the engine accessories without the inoperative compressor in the circuit. It is a practical option for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Clasico models where the original A/C compressor is no longer serviceable.

This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 57591 and UAC CO1102JC for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Broken or seized A/C compressor that prevents normal belt operation
• Need to keep the serpentine belt installed after compressor failure
• Accessory drive issues caused by a locked compressor pulley
• Temporary or permanent bypass of an inoperable compressor on select Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses an Ltr4 compressor application before ordering
• Confirm belt routing and pulley alignment during installation
• Mounting hardware is not included
• Follow the included instructions for bracket and pulley placement
• Inspect the serpentine belt for wear before reusing it

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement components for vehicle repair applications, and this bypass pulley is built to replace the failed compressor function in the belt drive path with a serviceable bracket-and-pulley assembly.

• Fits 2011-2014 Volkswagen Clasico, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Engine Desg. AAA
• Fits 1994-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A