{"product_id":"four-seasons-38886-a-c-expansion-valve","title":"Four Seasons 38886 A\/C Expansion Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFour Seasons 38886 Expansion Valve Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 38886 is a block-type A\/C expansion valve for R134A systems. Built from aluminum and configured as a w\/o solenoid valve, it meters refrigerant flow to help maintain proper evaporator performance in service applications that call for an OE-style replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor technicians servicing HVAC systems on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications, this expansion valve supports accurate refrigerant control at the evaporator inlet. The Four Seasons Expansion Valve line focuses on direct-fit replacement parts for automotive air conditioning repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 38886 from Four Seasons Expansion Valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlock-type A\/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction with aluminum finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale FIO insert O-ring inlet and outlet connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets or exceeds OEM requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper heat setting: 8.000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole quantity: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 2.000 tonnage applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 38886 is an A\/C expansion valve used to regulate refrigerant entering the evaporator, helping the HVAC system maintain the correct pressure drop and refrigerant metering. It features female suction and liquid connections with insert O-ring styles, including No. 8 and No. 10 suction fittings and No. 6 and No. 8 liquid fittings. The valve is specified for R134A systems and uses an 8.000 super heat setting for controlled refrigerant flow. If you are replacing a worn HVAC metering component on a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla, this OE-style valve provides the fitment and connection style commonly required in automotive A\/C service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Gates 19837 and UAC EX9461C for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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\u003eFrosting or poor evaporator performance caused by flow control issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA\/C pressure irregularities tied to a failing expansion valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC service repairs requiring a block-type R134A expansion valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the system uses R134A refrigerant and confirm the block-type valve layout before installation. Match the suction and liquid fitting sizes, O-ring style, and mounting hole layout to the original component. Replace seals as needed during A\/C service, evacuate the system properly, and recharge to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification after repair. Confirm the application details for the specific Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla model year before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons lists this expansion valve as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, making it a direct replacement option for professional HVAC repair work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51967375769781,"sku":"BBRN-38886","price":40.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/FS_38886_Fro.jpg?v=1775068184","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/four-seasons-38886-a-c-expansion-valve","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}