A/C Not Cooling on Your Ford? Replace the Compressor Valve for $54.
The A/C compressor control valve (solenoid) for Ford VS16 compressors (fitted to Escape, Kuga, Focus, and related models) regulates refrigerant pressure and compressor displacement. A failed solenoid causes weak or no cooling, erratic A/C cycling, or complete A/C failure. This is a direct-fit replacement valve.
What's Included
- 1× A/C compressor control solenoid valve (Ford VS16)
- O-ring seal(s)
Why Replace the Control Valve?
- Restores Cooling: Failed solenoid reduces compressor output — replacing it restores full refrigerant flow.
- Stops Erratic Cycling: Faulty valve causes the compressor to engage/disengage unpredictably.
- Saves $250+ vs Compressor: New VS16 compressor $300+; this solenoid fix costs $54.
- 30-Minute Job: Remove compressor cover, swap solenoid, reinstall.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Escape, Kuga, Focus | VS16 |
About This Control Valve
The Ford VS16 A/C compressor control solenoid valve is the variable displacement regulator on Ford Escape, Kuga, and Focus A/C compressors. The VS16 is a variable-displacement swash plate compressor — the solenoid controls stroke based on cooling demand. Solenoid failure is the primary cause of A/C cooling loss on these models before the compressor itself fails mechanically.
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Standard delivery:
- USA: Some items ship from our US warehouse and arrive within 3 business days.
- USA-EU: 10–21 business days
- Worldwide: 14–30 business days
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- the product was not in use and has no traces of use: scratches, chips, abrasions, etc.
- the goods are fully completed and the integrity of the packaging is not violated
- retained all labels and factory markings
