Four Seasons
Expansion Valve

Four Seasons 38610 A/C Expansion Valve

Brand Four Seasons 38610
Color Brass
Refrigerant Type R134A
Super Heat 8.0
Type TXV
Product line Expansion Valve
Fits Mazda, Volkswagen, Volvo, Isuzu, Geo, Chevrolet, Audi, Porsche, and BMW · 88 vehicles

TXV design. Provides precise refrigerant flow control for consistent A/C performance.

Brass construction. Durable material suited for demanding HVAC service.

R134A compatible. Built for use with R134A refrigerant systems.

Cross-references AMS Automotive 4648, AP Exhaust 95004 and Carlson 17502 for the same application. See all 58.

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Four Seasons 38610 Expansion Valve

The Four Seasons 38610 A/C expansion valve is a TXV-style HVAC flow restrictor built for R134A systems. It uses a brass body and an 8.0 super heat setting to regulate refrigerant flow at the evaporator for stable cabin cooling.

Compatible with select Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Geo, Isuzu, Mazda, Porsche, Volkswagen, and Volvo applications, this Four Seasons Expansion Valve 38610 is a direct-fit service part for older R134A air conditioning systems.

Key Features

  • Brand: Four Seasons Expansion Valve
  • Part number: 38610
  • TXV design for refrigerant metering at the evaporator
  • Brass construction
  • R134A refrigerant type
  • 8.0 super heat specification
  • Fits select 1977-1993 import and domestic A/C applications

Fitment Details

  • Fits 1990-1993 Mazda B2200, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1990-1993 Mazda B2600, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1991-1993 Volvo 240, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1984-1991 Isuzu Trooper, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1989 Geo Spectrum, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1981-1989 Isuzu I-Mark, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1985-1988 Chevrolet Spectrum, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1980-1987 Audi 4000, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1984-1987 Audi 4000 Quattro, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1981-1987 Audi Coupe, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1983-1987 Isuzu Impulse, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1981-1987 Isuzu Pickup, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1986 Mazda 626, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1985 Audi Quattro, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1984-1985 Porsche 944, To 1/85; Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1983-1984 BMW 533i, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1982-1983 BMW 528e, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1983 Porsche 944, Expansion Valve.
  • Fits 1977-1982 BMW 320i, w/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve.

What It Helps Address

  • Weak or uneven A/C cooling output
  • Incorrect refrigerant metering at the evaporator
  • Compressor cycling caused by flow control issues
  • Cabin air that stays warm even when the system is charged
  • Service replacement for aging expansion valves in R134A systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s refrigerant type, valve style, and super heat specification before installation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 182203) for the same application. On vehicles such as the Mazda B2200, BMW 320i, and Audi 4000, confirm the original valve configuration and line connection style before service.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies HVAC service components for automotive air conditioning repairs, and this expansion valve is built to match the listed application requirements for R134A systems.

This part fits 88 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1993MazdaB2200——N/AExpansion Valve
1993MazdaB2600——N/AExpansion Valve
1993VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1993Volvo240——N/AExpansion Valve
1992MazdaB2200——N/AExpansion Valve
1992MazdaB2600——N/AExpansion Valve
1992VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1992Volvo240——N/AExpansion Valve
1991IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1991MazdaB2200——N/AExpansion Valve
1991MazdaB2600——N/AExpansion Valve
1991VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1991Volvo240——N/AExpansion Valve
1990IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1990MazdaB2200——N/AExpansion Valve
1990MazdaB2600——N/AExpansion Valve
1990VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1989GeoSpectrum——N/AExpansion Valve
1989IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1989IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1989VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1988ChevroletSpectrum——N/AExpansion Valve
1988IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1988IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1988VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1987Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1987Audi4000 Quattro——N/AExpansion Valve
1987AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1987ChevroletSpectrum——N/AExpansion Valve
1987IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1987IsuzuImpulse——N/AExpansion Valve
1987IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1987IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1987VolkswagenFox——N/AExpansion Valve
1986Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1986Audi4000 Quattro——N/AExpansion Valve
1986AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1986ChevroletSpectrum——N/AExpansion Valve
1986IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1986IsuzuImpulse——N/AExpansion Valve
1986IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1986IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1986Mazda626——N/AExpansion Valve
1985Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1985Audi4000 Quattro——N/AExpansion Valve
1985AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1985AudiQuattro——N/AExpansion Valve
1985ChevroletSpectrum——N/AExpansion Valve
1985IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1985IsuzuImpulse——N/AExpansion Valve
1985IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1985IsuzuTrooper——N/AExpansion Valve
1985Porsche944——N/ATo 1/85; Expansion Valve
1984Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1984Audi4000 Quattro——N/AExpansion Valve
1984AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1984BMW533i——N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuImpulse——N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuPickup1.9LL4N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuPickup2.2LL4N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuTrooper1.9LL4N/AExpansion Valve
1984IsuzuTrooper2.2LL4N/AExpansion Valve
1984Porsche944——N/ATo 1/85; Expansion Valve
1983Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1983AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1983BMW528e——N/AExpansion Valve
1983BMW533i——N/AExpansion Valve
1983IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1983IsuzuImpulse——N/AExpansion Valve
1983IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1983Porsche944——N/AExpansion Valve
1982Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1982AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1982BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
1982BMW528e——N/AExpansion Valve
1982IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1982IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1981Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1981AudiCoupe——N/AExpansion Valve
1981BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
1981IsuzuI-Mark——N/AExpansion Valve
1981IsuzuPickup——N/AExpansion Valve
1980Audi4000——N/AExpansion Valve
1980BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
1979BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
1978BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
1977BMW320i——N/Aw/ O-Ring Fittings; Expansion Valve
Directly replaces or cross-references 58 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
AMS Automotive — 4648AP Exhaust — 95004Carlson — 17502Four Seasons — 38610Gates — 12244Global Parts Distributors LLC — 3411238Monroe Shocks & Struts — 182203UAC — EX6059C1750734015340355638057627P118305C11553851554821554951557702073992082032082112593792617643061144027177073997586109042969046109046200261764531109043110904AM37586107138610995507311138610V191897608891952794243996321820679823820679839820679A843820679645137207789424820908973020560A8296AC3851AC3851CCWK758610E805016E805023FE203MT5011RD538241PT38610ZAW428059A