Four Seasons 34218 A/C Receiver Drier / Desiccant Element

Four Seasons 34218 Desiccant Bag Kit

Four Seasons 34218 is a direct-fit V.I.R. desiccant bag kit for classic GM air conditioning systems that use an OE VIR assembly. This A/C receiver drier desiccant element is built with a cloth outer material, a white finish, and a 2.000-inch outside diameter for service on the original-style system layout.

Use this Four Seasons Desiccant Bag Kit when servicing vintage A/C systems on Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles that rely on a VIR assembly. The 34218 part number is a direct replacement style for restoration and repair work where the desiccant element must match the original configuration.

Key Features

• Part type: A/C receiver drier / desiccant element
• Brand line: Desiccant Bag Kit
• Direct fit for OE VIR assembly applications
• Cloth construction with white finish
• 2.000-inch outside diameter
• Desiccant length: 5 in.
• Desiccant weight: 136 grams
• Gasket or seal not included

Application Details

This desiccant bag kit is used in vintage vehicle HVAC service where the original VIR system retains moisture control inside the A/C circuit. It cross-references Dorman - HELP 34218 for the same application.

• Fits 1973-1978 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Buick Century, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Buick LeSabre, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Buick Regal, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Buick Riviera, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Cadillac DeVille, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Cadillac Fleetwood, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Chevrolet Caprice, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Chevrolet Impala, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Pontiac Catalina, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A
• Fits 1973-1976 Pontiac LeMans, N/A

What It Helps Address

• Moisture contamination inside the A/C receiver drier or VIR assembly
• Reduced cooling performance caused by a saturated desiccant element
• Service needs during restoration of original GM VIR-equipped systems
• Replacement of a worn or deteriorated desiccant bag in vintage HVAC repair

Installation Notes

Install the desiccant bag kit only in the correct OE VIR assembly configuration. Verify the receiver drier or VIR housing condition before reassembly, and replace any damaged sealing components separately since a gasket or seal is not included. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before service on Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Grand Prix, or Oldsmobile Cutlass applications.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies HVAC service parts for automotive air conditioning repair, and this 34218 desiccant bag kit is built as a direct-fit replacement for the listed OE VIR applications.