Four Seasons 198340 A/C Compressor

Four Seasons 198340 A/C Compressor Overview

The Four Seasons New Compressor 198340 is a new A/C compressor assembly for select Ram, Chrysler, and Dodge applications that use the 7SBH17 compressor design. It is built for R-134a or R1234yf refrigerant systems and includes the clutch, making it a direct replacement option for restoring cabin cooling performance.

Four Seasons New Compressor line parts are built as new replacement components for HVAC service work where the original compressor has worn, seized, or lost efficiency. This unit is identified by part number 198340 and is specified for serpentine-belt systems with a 6-groove pulley and 12-volt coil.

Key Features

• New A/C compressor with clutch included
• For R-134a or R1234yf refrigerant systems
• 7SBH17 compressor type
• 12V coil with pin terminal connection
• 6-groove pulley for serpentine belt drive
• 119.38 mm pulley diameter
• Oil filled and ready for service setup
• Uses 3-tangent rear-head mounting design
• Includes O-ring A and O-ring B seals
• May require use of OE manifold

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 198340 is a new Nippondenso-style A/C compressor engineered for vehicles equipped with the 7SBH17 compressor configuration. It uses a 3-tangent mounting pattern with one rear-head mount, a pin-style terminal, and an ECV harness connector arrangement listed as Compressor SE10F and Vehicle SE10M. The compressor is oil filled and supplied with the clutch installed, which supports a complete compressor replacement on the correct application.

Compatible With 2022-2024 Ram 1500, 2022-2023 Chrysler 300, 2022-2023 Dodge Challenger, 2022-2023 Dodge Charger, plus 2014-2021 Chrysler 300, 2015-2021 Dodge Challenger, 2014-2021 Dodge Charger, and 2021 Ram 1500 when equipped with the specified 7SBH17 compressor. This part number 198340 is also referenced in aftermarket interchange listings for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of cold air from a worn or failed compressor
• Noise from compressor bearing or internal wear
• Clutch engagement problems in the A/C system
• Refrigerant circulation issues affecting vent temperature
• System downtime after compressor seizure or contamination

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle uses the 7SBH17 compressor before ordering.
• Confirm refrigerant type and connector style match the original system.
• May require use of the OE manifold on some applications.
• Replace the listed O-rings during installation and follow proper evacuation and recharge procedures.
• Check belt alignment and pulley groove count before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies this as a new compressor assembly for HVAC service applications. Part number 198340 is built to match the listed compressor type, mounting style, electrical connection, and refrigerant requirements for the specified Ram, Chrysler, and Dodge vehicles.