A/C Not Cooling on Your Peugeot or Citroen? Replace the Sanden Valve for $54.
The A/C compressor control valve (solenoid) for Sanden SD6C12 and SD7C16 compressors (used in Peugeot 207/307/308/408/3008/5008/Partner, Citroen C4/C4 Picasso/C5/Berlingo, Chery, and GAC Trumpchi) regulates refrigerant displacement. A failed valve causes weak cooling, erratic compressor cycling, or A/C failure.
What's Included
- 1× A/C compressor control solenoid valve (Sanden SD6C12 / SD7C16)
- O-ring seal(s)
Why Replace?
- Restores Cooling: Faulty solenoid reduces compressor stroke and refrigerant output.
- Stops Cycling: Failed valve causes compressor to cycle rapidly without achieving target temperature.
- Saves vs Compressor: New Sanden compressor $200+; solenoid fix costs $54.
- 30-Minute Job: Remove compressor front cover, swap solenoid, reassemble.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Models | Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| Peugeot | 207, 307, 308, 408, 3008, 5008, Partner | Sanden SD6C12 / SD7C16 |
| Citroën | C4, C4 Picasso, C5, Berlingo, C-Quatre, Triomphe | Sanden SD6C12 / SD7C16 |
| Chery / GAC Trumpchi | Various | Sanden SD6C12 / SD7C16 |
About This Control Valve
Sanden SD6C12 and SD7C16 A/C compressor control solenoid valve — the primary wear part in these variable-displacement compressors fitted widely to Peugeot and Citroën PSA-platform vehicles. The solenoid controls compressor stroke based on cabin temperature demand. Solenoid failure is the most common A/C fault on these compressors before mechanical seizure occurs.
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