{"product_id":"four-seasons-39278-a-c-expansion-valve","title":"Four Seasons 39278 A\/C Expansion Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFour Seasons 39278 Expansion Valve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 39278 is a block-type A\/C expansion valve for R134A systems, built in aluminum for controlled refrigerant metering in the HVAC circuit. It fits 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara models and is specified as a direct replacement for the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\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\u003eFits 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale suction and liquid connections with captured O-ring, insert O-ring style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets or exceeds OEM requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Seasons 39278 cross-references UAC EX10280C for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Four Seasons Expansion Valve line focuses on refrigerant flow control at the evaporator inlet, helping regulate pressure drop and refrigerant delivery in the air conditioning system. Part number 39278 is a w\/o solenoid design with two mounting holes, No. 12 suction inlet and outlet fittings, and No. 6 liquid inlet with No. 10 liquid outlet fittings. It is listed for 1.5 tonnage applications and uses captured O-ring sealing surfaces for the suction and liquid connections. This part number 39278 is also referenced under Febi-Bilstein 39278 and other listed interchange numbers for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon A\/C Problems This Part May Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect refrigerant metering at the evaporator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeak or inconsistent cabin cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure imbalance in the A\/C circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted refrigerant flow through the expansion valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a worn valve on a Suzuki Grand Vitara A\/C system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the refrigerant type, fitting style, and port sizes before installation. Confirm the vehicle application against the existing HVAC layout on 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara models, and replace any disturbed O-rings with the correct seals for the captured O-ring connections. Evacuate and recharge the system according to factory service procedures after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour Seasons 39278 is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the specified application. The aluminum construction and OE-style connection layout support a direct-fit replacement approach for the Grand Vitara HVAC system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44599695605941,"sku":"BBRN-39278","price":33.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/FS_39278_Fro.jpg?v=1775068260","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/four-seasons-39278-a-c-expansion-valve","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}