Well my clutch is dead so I am wondering wether it is replaceable or is a new compressor the way to go?

it appears to be available seperate, and is mercedes number 000-230-35-28
if you decide to buy it, send me your chassis number to confirm the part applies to your model i did a parts search using 163.172
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I guess what I meant to say is my coil is dead that activates the clutch. After I got the clutch off it is pretty much used up also, but primarily need a coil.

If you get power to the clutch & it doesn'e engage THEN you should replace the complete compressor...ie: the fusible link is burned out.

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the clutch assy comes with all electrical components. if the pump isn't bad why replace it too? seems unnecessary

"Nippon" Denso & MB says to replace the complete compressor IF the fusible link is burn't...due to the fact that the compressor stays engaged almost all of the time!

THEY say if the link is bad then the compressor has caused that problem...

Both also supply the clutch in case that the BEARING in the clutch goes bad!

If the coil is bad you should find the compressor is also bad.....

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1986 190E 2.3 16V 2.5 (sold)
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