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Four Seasons 38850 A/C Expansion Valve
| Brand | Four Seasons 38850 |
|---|---|
| Color | Aluminum |
| Description | Expansion Valves |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 6 |
| Liquid Inlet Size IN | 0.45 |
| Liquid Inlet Size MM | 11.15 |
| Liquid Inlet Style | Springlock |
| Liquid Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Inlet Type | Springlock |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Liquid Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 6 |
| Liquid Outlet Style | Gasket |
| Liquid Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Liquid Outlet Type | O-Ring |
| Lqd Out Size IN | 0.550 |
| Lqd Out Size MM | 13.9 |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Meets / Exceeds OEM? | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 2 |
| O-Ring A Number/Desc | [24149] / Gasket |
| O-Ring B Number/Desc | [24666] / Green O-Ring |
| O-Ring C Number/Desc | [24670] / 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 | 0.69 |
| Suc Out Size MM | 17.5 |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 10 |
| Suction Inlet Style | Gasket |
| Suction Inlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Inlet Type | O-Ring |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Gender | Female |
| Suction Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter | No. 10 |
| Suction Outlet Style | Springlock |
| Suction Outlet Thread Type | Not Threaded |
| Suction Outlet Type | Springlock |
| Super Heat | 16.000 |
| Switch Included? | Not Included |
| Tonnage | 1.500 |
| Type | Block Type |
| Product line | Expansion Valve |
| Fits | Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, and Eagle · 50 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for a confident fit.
Aluminum block type. Lightweight construction with a clean, corrosion-resistant finish.
R134A compatible. Built for modern A/C flow control without a solenoid.
Cross-references AMS Automotive 4632, Davico Mfg 17213 and Dorman - HELP 91085 for the same application. See all 31.
Four Seasons 38850 Expansion Valve
Four Seasons 38850 is a block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A systems, built with an aluminum body and OE-style fitment details. It is specified for Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications including Cirrus, Sebring, Stratus, Breeze, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, and New Yorker models.
Key Features
- Brand: Four Seasons Expansion Valve
- Part number: 38850
- Block type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant
- Aluminum construction and aluminum finish
- Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
- Style: w/o solenoid
- Super heat setting: 16.000
- Mounting hole quantity: 2
- Liquid inlet: springlock, female, No. 6
- Liquid outlet: O-ring/gasket, female, No. 6
- Suction inlet: O-ring/gasket, female, No. 10
- Suction outlet: springlock, female, No. 10
Product Details
The Four Seasons Expansion Valve line focuses on precise refrigerant control for automotive HVAC systems, and the 38850 follows that approach with a block-style design for R134A service. Its aluminum construction, OE-matching connection styles, and specified super heat setting support proper refrigerant metering in Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth climate control systems. This part number 38850 also cross-references UAC EX9420C for the same application.
Common HVAC Problems This Part Addresses
- Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
- Incorrect refrigerant flow through the evaporator circuit
- Compressor cycling caused by expansion valve restriction
- Temperature swings from a worn or sticking valve
- HVAC performance loss in Chrysler Cirrus, Sebring, Stratus, Breeze, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, and New Yorker applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify refrigerant type, line connection style, and port sizes before installation. This valve uses a block-type layout with female fittings, springlock and O-ring/gasket interfaces, and two mounting holes. Confirm system cleanliness, replace seals as needed during service, and evacuate and recharge the A/C system according to factory procedures after installation. Fits 1995-2000 Chrysler Cirrus, N/A; Fits 1996-2000 Chrysler Sebring, N/A; Fits 1995-2000 Dodge Stratus, N/A; Fits 1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Chrysler Concorde, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Chrysler Intrepid, N/A; Fits 1994-1997 Chrysler LHS, N/A; Fits 1995-1997 Chrysler Stratus, N/A; Fits 1993-1997 Dodge Intrepid, N/A; Fits 1994-1996 Chrysler New Yorker, N/A.
Quality Assurance
Four Seasons lists this expansion valve as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the specified applications. The 38850 is built for direct replacement use in supported Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth HVAC systems.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 2000 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 2000 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 2000 | Plymouth | Breeze | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1999 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1999 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1999 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1999 | Plymouth | Breeze | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1998 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1998 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1998 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1998 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1998 | Plymouth | Breeze | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Concorde | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | LHS | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Chrysler | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Dodge | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1997 | Plymouth | Breeze | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Concorde | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | LHS | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Sebring | Convertible | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Chrysler | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Dodge | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1996 | Plymouth | Breeze | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | Cirrus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | Concorde | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | LHS | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Chrysler | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Dodge | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1995 | Dodge | Stratus | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1994 | Chrysler | Concorde | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1994 | Chrysler | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1994 | Chrysler | LHS | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1994 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1994 | Dodge | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1993 | Chrysler | Concorde | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1993 | Chrysler | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
| 1993 | Dodge | Intrepid | — | — | — | N/A | Expansion Valve |
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