This little part basically joins the piston to the drive plate inside the compressor. It allows that back – and – forth motion of the piston to actually turn the compressor’s internal workings. It’s a pretty simple component, but it has to be strong and move freely. It takes a lot of stress with everything spinning and compressing refrigerant. This is a critical part of your air conditioning system. The compressor is the heart of it, and this link is part of what makes the heart beat. It’s inside the compressor itself, so it’s not something you’d see externally. If it fails, the compressor can't build pressure, and you won’t get cold air. It’s a direct connection to making your AC work. This is one of those parts that, when it's good, you don’t even think about it. But when it goes bad, you’ll definitely notice. A failing connecting link can cause a lot of noise from the compressor – kind of a rattling or knocking sound. It can also lead to decreased cooling performance, or even complete AC failure. Think of it like a shield protecting the more expensive parts of the compressor, absorbing a lot of the impact. If that shield goes, everything behind it is vulnerable. You can find these connecting links pretty easily online, Fixparts Online usually has a good selection, and replacing it is a lot cheaper than replacing the entire compressor. Shop smarter: Connecting Link (MPN 7H0820341) is covered for 12 months!

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