Mando 10A1438 A/C Compressor

Mando A/C Compressor for Mazda 3 and Mazda 5

The Mando 10A1438 is a New Original Equipment A/C compressor built for Mazda applications that use R-134A refrigerant and a 6-groove pulley. It is pre-filled with the correct oil amount to factory specifications and uses the HS-18N compressor type for direct replacement service.

Compatible with 2010-2013 Mazda 3, 2010-2013 Mazda 3 Sport, and 2012-2017 Mazda 5, this Mando A/C compressor supports reliable cabin cooling when the original unit is leaking, noisy, or no longer building pressure. The 10A1438 is also a direct OE-style replacement for Mazda BBN261450D applications.

Key Features

• Brand: Mando New Original Equipment
• Part number: 10A1438
• Refrigerant type: R-134A
• Compressor type: HS-18N
• 6-groove pulley design
• Pre-filled with refrigerant oil to factory specs
• OE-style replacement for Mazda HVAC service

Detailed Description

The A/C compressor is the main pressure source in the vehicle air conditioning system. It compresses refrigerant before sending it to the condenser, where the refrigerant changes state and continues through the rest of the HVAC circuit to produce cold air for the cabin. When the compressor fails, refrigerant leaks, or internal wear reduces output, cooling performance drops quickly. The Mando 10A1438 restores the compressor function needed for proper A/C operation in Mazda 3, Mazda 3 Sport, and Mazda 5 models.

Mando’s New Original Equipment line focuses on OE factory-style replacement parts for Hyundai, Kia, and other domestic and European vehicle makers, with compressor assemblies supplied pre-filled to factory oil specifications. This part cross-references Mazda BBN261450D for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• No cold air from the vents
• Low refrigerant pressure caused by compressor wear
• Compressor noise or seizure
• Oil leakage from the A/C compressor assembly
• Poor A/C performance in Mazda 3, Mazda 3 Sport, and Mazda 5 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify refrigerant type, pulley groove count, and compressor type before installation. Replace the receiver/drier or accumulator and inspect the condenser, expansion device, and system lines for contamination or debris after compressor failure. Evacuate and recharge the system with the correct refrigerant and oil specification for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Mando supplies OE factory A/C compressors and pre-fills conventional compressor units to exact factory oil specifications. This part is built as a New Original Equipment replacement for Mazda HVAC service.