Four Seasons
Accumulator

Four Seasons 33178 A/C Accumulator

Brand Four Seasons 40-182
E-Waste Yes
Mounting Type Grommet
Package Contents Wiper Motor; Instruction Sheet
Product Condition Remanufactured
Terminal Type Blade
Washer Pump Included No
Product line Accumulator
Fits —156 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable A/C service.

Aluminum construction. Lightweight body resists corrosion in demanding HVAC use.

Complete unit. Includes the accumulator with switch port for a cleaner install.

Cross-references AMS Automotive 4273, BBB Industries 11314 and Eastern Catalytic 41399 for the same application. See all 57.

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Four Seasons 33178 A/C Accumulator

The Four Seasons 33178 A/C accumulator is a complete aluminum replacement for select GM and Audi applications that use a female O-ring inlet and male insert O-ring outlet. It is built to meet or exceed OEM requirements and includes a switch port for systems that need that connection point.

Key Features

  • Brand: Four Seasons Accumulator line
  • Part number: 33178
  • Complete unit A/C accumulator construction
  • Aluminum body for HVAC service replacement
  • Female O-ring inlet, male insert O-ring outlet
  • Switch port included; no service port
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
  • Fits systems using R12 on select applications

Product Details

Four Seasons 33178 is an HVAC A/C accumulator used in accumulator-style air conditioning systems to help manage refrigerant flow and moisture control on the low-pressure side. The unit measures 3.500 inches in body diameter and 9.000 inches in body length, with 3/4-inch inlet and outlet connections. The aluminum construction supports durable service replacement, and the included O-ring interface helps simplify matching to the original system layout. Four Seasons 33178 is also referenced as a direct replacement for several aftermarket numbers, including Monroe Shocks & Struts 172563 for the same application.

This Four Seasons Accumulator line part is listed for a broad range of vehicles, including Fits 1993 Audi V8 Quattro, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Audi V8 Quattro, N/A; Fits 1982-1991 Pontiac 6000, N/A; Fits 1982-1990 Buick Century, N/A; Fits 1982-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, N/A; and Fits 1982-1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, N/A. It also covers Fits 1987-1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, N/A; Fits 1988-1989 Buick Reatta, N/A; Fits 1986-1989 Buick Riviera, N/A; Fits 1987-1989 Cadillac Brougham, N/A; Fits 1986-1989 Cadillac Eldorado, N/A; Fits 1986-1989 Cadillac Seville, N/A; and Fits 1986-1989 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A.

Common Problems It Can Address

  • Leaking or corroded A/C accumulator housing
  • Incorrect fitment from a damaged original accumulator
  • Moisture control issues in the low-side A/C circuit
  • Failed switch-port-equipped accumulator replacement needs
  • Restoration of factory-style O-ring connection points

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify inlet and outlet fitting style, body dimensions, and switch-port requirements before installation. Replace the O-rings with the correct green O-ring seals specified for the application, and confirm the system uses the proper accumulator layout for the vehicle. Mounting hardware is not included. For fitment-specific searches, this part is commonly selected for Audi V8 Quattro, Buick Century, and Chevrolet Celebrity A/C accumulator replacement jobs.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this accumulator as meeting or exceeding OEM specifications. The part is built as a complete unit for service replacement and is designed around the original connection and switch-port configuration used on the listed applications.

This part fits 156 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1993AudiV8 Quattro————N/Aw/ R12; Optional Swivel Top/Univeral Accumlator, Tube kit not required; Accumulator
1992AudiV8 Quattro————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1991AudiV8 Quattro————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1991Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990AudiV8 Quattro————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1990Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989BuickReatta————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989BuickRiviera————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989CadillacBrougham————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989CadillacEldorado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989CadillacSeville————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989OldsmobileToronado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1989Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988BuickReatta————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988BuickRiviera————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988CadillacBrougham————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988CadillacEldorado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988CadillacFleetwoodBrougham Commercial Chassis———N/AAccumulator
1988CadillacSeville————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988OldsmobileToronado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1988Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987BuickRiviera————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987CadillacBrougham————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987CadillacEldorado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987CadillacFleetwoodBrougham Commercial Chassis———N/AAccumulator
1987CadillacSeville————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987OldsmobileToronado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1987Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Sedan2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Wagon2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickCentury—Coupe2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986BuickRiviera————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986CadillacEldorado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986CadillacFleetwoodBrougham—5.0LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986CadillacFleetwoodBrougham d'Elegance—5.0LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986CadillacSeville————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986ChevroletCelebrity————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986OldsmobileToronado————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1986Pontiac6000————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Sedan3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Wagon3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Coupe3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Sedan2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Wagon2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickCentury—Coupe2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985BuickSkylark————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985CadillacFleetwoodBrougham—5.7LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985CadillacFleetwoodBrougham—4.1LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985CadillacFleetwoodBrougham d'Elegance—5.7LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985CadillacFleetwoodBrougham d'Elegance—4.1LV8N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985ChevroletCelebrity——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985ChevroletCitation————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985ChevroletCitation II————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1985Pontiac6000——2.8LV6N/Aw/ Manual AC; Optional Swivel Top/Univeral Accumlator, Tube kit not required; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Sedan3.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Wagon3.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Coupe3.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Wagon2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Sedan3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Wagon3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Coupe3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Sedan2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickCentury—Coupe2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickSkyhawk————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984BuickSkylark————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984CadillacCimarron————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984ChevroletCavalier————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984ChevroletCelebrity——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984ChevroletCitation————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984ChevroletCitation II————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——3.0LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984OldsmobileFirenza————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984OldsmobileOmega————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984Pontiac6000——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984PontiacJ2000 Sunbird————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1984PontiacPhoenix————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickCentury—Sedan2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickCentury—Coupe2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickSkyhawk————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983BuickSkylark————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983CadillacCimarron————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983ChevroletCavalier————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983ChevroletCelebrity——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983ChevroletCitation————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983OldsmobileFirenza————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983OldsmobileOmega————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983Pontiac6000——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983PontiacJ2000————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1983PontiacPhoenix————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickCentury—Sedan2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickCentury—Coupe2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickCentury—Sedan2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickCentury—Coupe2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickSkyhawk————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982BuickSkylark————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982CadillacCimarron————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982ChevroletCavalier————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982ChevroletCelebrity——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982ChevroletCelebrity——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982ChevroletCitation————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982OldsmobileCutlass Ciera——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982OldsmobileFirenza————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982OldsmobileOmega————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982Pontiac6000——2.5LL4N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982Pontiac6000——2.8LV6N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982PontiacJ2000————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
1982PontiacPhoenix————N/AOptional swivel top or universal A/C accumulator; no tube kit required.; Accumulator
Directly replaces or cross-references 57 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
AMS Automotive — 4273BBB Industries — 11314Eastern Catalytic — 41399Four Seasons — 33178Gates — 21651Global Parts Distributors LLC — 1411328Monroe Shocks & Struts — 172563National — 510053National — 510101Remy — 16466Remy — 16485UAC — RD6257CWalker Exhaust — 439904399N746116466D16485D071806A1516511518741725802075632085440233178500008500191703663705042708544113111511312961131347114850601487600272423927248653059108305915830592393090896370504237232044783021713317811133178V1918852788919306441820191441820191AA9139AC2318AC2336AC2336CCWK705042ED563RD6257RD8814C