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Four Seasons 38801 A/C Expansion Valve - Front
| Brand | Four Seasons 38801 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Color | Gold |
| Description | Expansion Valves |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 6 |
| Liquid Inlet Size IN | 0.430 |
| Liquid Inlet Size MM | 10.8 |
| Liquid Inlet Style | Dual O-Ring |
| Liquid Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Inlet Type | O-Ring |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 8 |
| Liquid Outlet Style | O-Ring |
| Liquid Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Outlet Type | O-Ring |
| Lqd Out Size IN | 0.550 |
| Lqd Out Size MM | 14.000 |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Meets / Exceeds OEM? | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 2 |
| O-Ring A Number/Desc | [24511] / O-Ring Kit |
| O-Ring B Number/Desc | [24138] / Gasket |
| O-Ring C Number/Desc | [24149] / Gasket |
| O-Ring D Number/Desc | [24167] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring E Number/Desc | [24632] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring F Number/Desc | [24633] / Green O-Ring |
| Refrigerant Type | R134A |
| Style | w/o Solenoid |
| Suc In Size IN | 0.8 |
| Suc In Size MM | 20.4 |
| Suc Out Size IN | 0.8 |
| Suc Out Size MM | 20.3 |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 12 |
| Suction Inlet Style | O-Ring |
| Suction Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Inlet Type | O-Ring |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 12 |
| Suction Outlet Style | Dual O-Ring |
| Suction Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Outlet Type | O-Ring |
| Super Heat | 9.300 |
| Switch Included? | Not Included |
| Tonnage | 1.500 |
| Type | Block Type |
| Product line | Expansion Valve |
| Fits | Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth · 30 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable A/C flow control.
Block type design. Aluminum construction with a gold finish for corrosion resistance.
O-ring connections. Female fittings help create secure, leak-resistant refrigerant seals.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 4636, BBB Industries 17210 and Davico Mfg 17650 for the same application. See all 40.
Four Seasons 38801 Expansion Valve Overview
Four Seasons 38801 is a block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A systems, built with an aluminum body and gold finish. It is an OE-style HVAC flow restrictor for Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications, including Chrysler Imperial, New Yorker, Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Grand Caravan, Dakota, and Plymouth Voyager platforms.
Key Features
- Brand: Four Seasons Expansion Valve
- Part number: 38801
- Block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant
- Aluminum construction with gold finish
- Female suction and liquid fittings with O-ring sealing
- Dual O-ring inlet and outlet styles for secure HVAC connections
- Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
- Super heat setting: 9.300
- Style: w/o solenoid
Product Details
This Four Seasons expansion valve meters refrigerant flow into the evaporator to help maintain proper A/C system operation. The 38801 uses female No. 12 suction fittings and female No. 6 liquid inlet with No. 8 liquid outlet dimensions, along with O-ring sealing surfaces for serviceable HVAC connections. It cross-references UAC EX9418C for the same application. Common search terms for this part include Chrysler Imperial expansion valve, Dodge Caravan front A/C expansion valve, and Plymouth Voyager R134A expansion valve.
What This Part Helps Address
- Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
- Improper refrigerant metering at the evaporator
- A/C performance issues caused by a worn or restricted expansion valve
- Leaks at the HVAC valve connection points
- System operation concerns on R134A-equipped vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify refrigerant type, fitting style, and valve orientation before installation. This part is listed for front applications on 1990-1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 1989-1992 Dodge Caravan, 1989-1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, 1989-1992 Plymouth Grand Voyager, and 1989-1992 Plymouth Voyager, plus N/A-position listings for 1989 Dodge Dakota, 1990-1993 Chrysler Imperial, 1990-1993 Chrysler New Yorker, and 1993 Chrysler Dynasty. Confirm the existing valve configuration and replace related O-rings and seals as needed during A/C service.
Quality Assurance
Four Seasons lists this expansion valve as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, making it a direct-fit service part for confirmed applications. The Four Seasons 38801 is built for consistent refrigerant control in factory-style HVAC systems.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Chrysler | Dynasty | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1993 | Chrysler | Imperial | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1993 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Chrysler | Imperial | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Dodge | Caravan | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Plymouth | Grand Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1992 | Plymouth | Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Chrysler | Imperial | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Dodge | Caravan | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Plymouth | Grand Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1991 | Plymouth | Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Chrysler | Imperial | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Chrysler | Town & Country | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Dodge | Caravan | 3.3L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Dodge | Caravan | 3.0L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Plymouth | Grand Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1990 | Plymouth | Voyager | 3.0L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1989 | Dodge | Caravan | 3.0L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1989 | Dodge | Dakota | 2.5L | L4 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1989 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | 3.0L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1989 | Plymouth | Grand Voyager | — | — | Front | Expansion Valve |
| 1989 | Plymouth | Voyager | 3.0L | V6 | Front | Expansion Valve |
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