Four Seasons
Filter Drier

Four Seasons 33718 A/C Receiver Drier

Brand Four Seasons 33718
Body Diameter 3.000
Body Length 7.000
Bracket? w/ Bracket
Connector B Type Female O-Ring
Connector Type Female O-Ring
Description Filter Driers
Desiccant Yes
Desiccant Replaceable Not Replaceable
Dia. MM 76.200
Fuse Plug No
Gasket / Seals? Included
In Line Filter Material Desiccant
In Line Filter Outlet Fitting Type Female
Inlet Filter Fitting Thread Diameter 0.625
Inlet Filter Fitting Type Female
Inlet Fitting Diameter 0.375
Inlet Fitting Type Female O-Ring
Inlet Fraction 3/8
Inlet IN 0.375
Inlet MM 9.525
Length MM 177.800
Material Aluminum
Meets / Exceeds OEM? Yes
Moisture Indicator Window No
Mounting Bracket Included Not Included
New or Reman New
Outlet Fitting Type Female O-Ring
Outlet Fraction 1/2
Outlet IN 0.500
Outlet MM 12.700
Overall Depth IN 7.000
P. R. V.? No
Pad Mount w/o Pad Mount
Service Port? w/o Service Port
Sight Glass? No
Stud? No
Style Aluminum Filter Drier w/o Pad Mount
Switch Port? w/o Switch Port
Type W/O Pad Mount
Type Washer Not Included
Product line Filter Drier
Fits Volkswagen · 3 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for a confident fit and function.

Aluminum construction. Lightweight body helps resist corrosion in demanding HVAC service.

Desiccant filter drier. Helps remove moisture from the system to protect performance.

Cross-references AMS Automotive 4070, Continental 49116 and Dayco 71277 for the same application. See all 32.

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Four Seasons 33718 A/C Receiver Drier

The Four Seasons Filter Drier 33718 is an aluminum A/C receiver drier built for HVAC service on select vehicles, including 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat applications. It uses a female O-ring inlet and outlet connection layout and includes desiccant to help manage moisture in the air conditioning system.

Key Features

  • Four Seasons Filter Drier line, part number 33718
  • Aluminum receiver drier construction
  • Female O-ring inlet and outlet fittings
  • 3/8 in. inlet and 1/2 in. outlet connection sizes
  • Body diameter: 3.000 in.; body length: 7.000 in.
  • Desiccant included; desiccant is not replaceable
  • No pad mount, service port, switch port, sight glass, or moisture indicator window
  • Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
  • New part with gasket/seals included

Product Details

Four Seasons 33718 is an aluminum filter drier for automotive A/C systems that need moisture control and refrigerant filtration in a receiver drier format. The Filter Drier product line focuses on service replacement components with OE-style connection types, and this unit uses female O-ring fittings for a direct-style installation on the specified Volkswagen Passat fitment. This part cross-references UAC RD8042C for the same application.

Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A. Fits 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A.

Common Repair Uses

  • Restoring A/C system moisture control after component replacement
  • Replacing a leaking or saturated receiver drier
  • Addressing reduced cooling performance caused by contaminated refrigerant flow
  • Servicing an aging Volkswagen Passat air conditioning system
  • Supporting proper refrigerant filtration during HVAC repair

Installation Notes

Verify inlet and outlet sizes, female O-ring connection style, and overall body dimensions before installation. Replace O-rings and seals as required during A/C service, and evacuate and recharge the system according to factory procedures after the receiver drier is installed. Confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment for 1995-1997 Volkswagen Passat models.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 33718 is a new replacement part that meets or exceeds OEM requirements and is built to the listed specifications for fit and function.

This part fits 3 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1997VolkswagenPassatN/AFilter Drier
1996VolkswagenPassatN/AFilter Drier
1995VolkswagenPassatN/AFilter Drier
Directly replaces or cross-references 32 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
AMS Automotive — 4070Continental — 49116Dayco — 71277Four Seasons — 33718Global Parts Distributors LLC — 1411588Spectra Premium — 0233718Spicer — 708115Timken — 28150UAC — RD8042C3A0820191161021161021D173009208741807926014931061510072207100937081153713543478201311133718191888258891950465954021665A78741AC2781AC2781CCWK708115ED1009RD8042TT33718