{"product_id":"four-seasons-38670-a-c-expansion-valve","title":"Four Seasons 38670 A\/C Expansion Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFour Seasons 38670 Expansion Valve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 38670 is a block-type A\/C expansion valve for R134A systems. It is built from aluminum with a gold finish and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for direct replacement service on select Volkswagen, Audi, and Nissan applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlock-type A\/C expansion valve for refrigerant flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction with gold finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR134A refrigerant type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale FIO insert O-ring inlet and outlet connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.0 super heat specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole quantity: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: w\/o solenoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets or exceeds OEM specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Four Seasons Expansion Valve line is built for precise refrigerant metering in automotive HVAC systems. Part number 38670 is a block-style expansion valve with female suction and liquid connections, insert O-ring sealing surfaces, and OEM-matching fitment details for service on vehicles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Jetta, and Audi TT. This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 38670 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, N\/A; 1993-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N\/A; 2000-2006 Audi TT, N\/A; and additional listed Volkswagen, Audi, and Nissan platforms. Use this valve when servicing an R134A air conditioning system that requires controlled refrigerant expansion and stable evaporator performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeak or inconsistent cabin cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect refrigerant metering at the evaporator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\/C performance loss caused by a restricted or worn expansion valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature fluctuation in the HVAC system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for leaking or damaged valve bodies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify refrigerant type, connection style, and mounting layout before installation. Replace and lubricate O-rings as needed, and confirm the system is clean and properly evacuated before recharging. Always match the valve to the vehicle’s HVAC configuration and confirm the listed fitment for the exact year and model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 38670 is engineered as an OEM-style replacement expansion valve and is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the applications shown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44597141209269,"sku":"BBRN-38670","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/FS_38670_Fro.jpg?v=1775068169","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/four-seasons-38670-a-c-expansion-valve","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}