Four Seasons 39227 A/C Expansion Valve

Four Seasons 39227 Expansion Valve Overview

The Four Seasons 39227 expansion valve is a block-type A/C flow restrictor built for R134A systems and engineered for precise refrigerant control. It is a direct replacement style part for the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento and is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements.

Four Seasons Expansion Valve 39227 is part of the brand’s expansion valve line, focused on restoring proper refrigerant metering in automotive air conditioning systems. This valve uses an aluminum body, female FIO insert O-ring connections, and a w/o solenoid design for service applications that call for a block-style expansion valve.

Key Features

• Part number 39227 from Four Seasons
• Block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant systems
• Aluminum construction with gold finish
• Female FIO insert O-ring inlet and outlet connections
• Designed for 1.0 ton applications with 4.5 super heat
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• Fits 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, N/A

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 39227 regulates refrigerant flow into the evaporator so the A/C system can maintain proper cooling performance and pressure balance. The valve’s block-type layout, No. 10 suction fittings, No. 6 liquid inlet, and No. 10 liquid outlet dimensions support a factory-style service replacement for the Kia Sorento application listed. If you are searching for a Kia Sorento expansion valve, A/C expansion valve 39227, or Four Seasons 39227 for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, this part matches that vehicle coverage.

This part cross-references UAC EX10157C for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
• Incorrect refrigerant metering at the evaporator
• A/C pressure imbalance caused by a worn expansion valve
• Temperature swings during compressor operation
• Service replacement needs on a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento A/C system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses R134A refrigerant and confirm the block-type valve layout before installation. Match the inlet and outlet fitting style, thread diameter, and O-ring sealing surfaces to the original component on the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento. Replace and lubricate sealing O-rings as part of standard A/C service, then evacuate and recharge the system to specification after repair.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this expansion valve as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, making it a technical replacement choice for service work on the Kia Sorento platform. Part number 39227 is built for application-specific fitment and refrigerant control consistency.