Four Seasons 39297 A/C Expansion Valve

Four Seasons 39297 Expansion Valve Overview

Four Seasons 39297 is a block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A systems, built in aluminum and configured without a solenoid. It is an OE-style replacement for select Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Aveo5, Pontiac G3, and Pontiac G3 Wave applications, including 2004-2011 Chevrolet Aveo and 2006-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5 fitments.

The Four Seasons Expansion Valve line focuses on precise refrigerant metering for automotive HVAC systems. This 39297 valve follows the original equipment style used in the listed vehicles and meets or exceeds OEM requirements for the application.

Key Features

• Part number: 39297
• Brand: Four Seasons Expansion Valve
• Block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant systems
• Aluminum construction with aluminum finish
• Mounting hole quantity: 2
• Female FIO liquid and suction connections with insert O-ring design
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
• OE-style replacement for select Chevrolet and Pontiac compact vehicles

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 39297 is an A/C expansion valve that regulates refrigerant flow into the evaporator, helping the HVAC system maintain proper cooling performance. It uses female inlet and outlet fittings with insert O-ring connections, including No. 6 liquid inlet and No. 10 liquid outlet sizing, along with No. 10 suction inlet and outlet sizing. The valve is specified for 1.5 tonnage applications and a -2.5 super heat setting.

Use this part for 2004-2011 Chevrolet Aveo, 2006-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5, 2007-2010 Pontiac G3, and 2009 Pontiac G3 Wave vehicles. If you are searching for a Chevrolet Aveo expansion valve 39297 or a Pontiac G3 A/C expansion valve replacement, this part matches the listed OE-style application data.

This part cross-references UAC EX9709C for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Weak cabin cooling from incorrect refrigerant metering
• Evaporator performance issues caused by a restricted or worn expansion valve
• Inconsistent A/C outlet temperatures
• System operation problems related to damaged O-ring sealing surfaces
• Loss of cooling efficiency in R134A HVAC systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s A/C system uses the listed block-type valve layout and R134A refrigerant before installation. Inspect the mating surfaces, replace worn seals as needed, and verify the liquid and suction line sizes match the original configuration. Proper evacuation, leak checking, and recharge procedures are important after service.

For fitment verification, this part fits 2004-2011 Chevrolet Aveo, N/A; 2006-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5, N/A; 2007-2010 Pontiac G3, N/A; and 2009 Pontiac G3 Wave, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies HVAC service parts built to OE-style specifications, and this expansion valve is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the stated applications. Part number 39297 is engineered for direct replacement use in the confirmed vehicle fitments above.