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Four Seasons 38772 A/C Expansion Valve
| Brand | Four Seasons 38772 |
|---|---|
| Color | Aluminum |
| Description | Expansion Valves |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 6 |
| Liquid Inlet Size IN | 0.41 |
| Liquid Inlet Size MM | 10.5 |
| Liquid Inlet Style | FIO |
| Liquid Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Inlet Type | Insert O-Ring |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 8 |
| Liquid Outlet Style | FIO |
| Liquid Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Outlet Type | Insert O-Ring |
| Lqd Out Size IN | 0.540 |
| Lqd Out Size MM | 13.6 |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Meets / Exceeds OEM? | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 2 |
| O-Ring A Number/Desc | [24606] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring B Number/Desc | [24608] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring C Number/Desc | [24610] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring D Number/Desc | [24612] / Green O-Ring |
| Refrigerant Type | R134A |
| Style | w/o Solenoid |
| Suc In Size IN | 0.650 |
| Suc In Size MM | 16.4 |
| Suc Out Size IN | 0.77 |
| Suc Out Size MM | 19.6 |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 10 |
| Suction Inlet Style | FIO |
| Suction Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Inlet Type | Insert O-Ring |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 12 |
| Suction Outlet Style | FIO |
| Suction Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Outlet Type | Insert O-Ring |
| Super Heat | 8.000 |
| Switch Included? | Not Included |
| Tonnage | 1.700 |
| Type | Block Type |
| Product line | Expansion Valve |
| Fits | Saab · 2 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for confident fit and function.
Aluminum construction. Lightweight material helps resist corrosion in HVAC service.
Block type design. Built as an A/C expansion valve for precise refrigerant flow control.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 4639, Four Seasons 38772 and Remy 17532 for the same application. See all 15.
Four Seasons 38772 Expansion Valve Overview
The Four Seasons 38772 expansion valve is a block-type A/C flow restrictor for R134A systems. It is built from aluminum and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for direct replacement service on select applications, including the 1991-1992 Saab 9000 expansion valve fitment.
Four Seasons Expansion Valve components are engineered for accurate refrigerant metering and stable evaporator performance in automotive air conditioning systems. This part number 38772 is a direct-fit style replacement for vehicles that use a block-type valve with female FIO connections.
Key Features
- Four Seasons part number 38772
- Block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant
- Aluminum construction with aluminum finish
- Female FIO suction and liquid connections
- Mounting hole quantity: 2
- Super heat setting: 8.000
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
- Style: w/o solenoid
Detailed Product Description
The Four Seasons 38772 expansion valve regulates refrigerant flow into the evaporator to maintain proper system pressure and cooling balance. Its block-type design, aluminum body, and insert O-ring connection style support service on R134A-equipped HVAC systems that require No. 10 and No. 12 suction fittings and No. 6 and No. 8 liquid fittings. This part cross-references UAC EX9433C for the same application.
Fitment includes 1991-1992 Saab 9000, N/A. For Saab 9000 expansion valve replacement work, part number 38772 provides an OE-style service option that matches the listed application and connection layout.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
- Improper refrigerant metering at the evaporator
- Expansion valve restriction from wear or contamination
- System performance issues after A/C service
- Loss of cooling balance in R134A HVAC systems
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle uses a block-type expansion valve with the listed female FIO inlet and outlet sizes before installation. Replace and lubricate the specified green O-rings during service, and confirm the system is evacuated and charged to the correct R134A specification after repair. For 1991-1992 Saab 9000 A/C repair, confirm the valve orientation and mounting hole alignment match the original part.
Quality Assurance
Four Seasons 38772 is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, making it a service-grade replacement for select A/C repair applications. The Four Seasons Expansion Valve line focuses on accurate refrigerant control and fitment-specific replacement parts for automotive HVAC systems.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Saab | 9000 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Saab | 9000 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
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