Four Seasons 39481 A/C Expansion Valve - Front
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Four Seasons 39481 A/C Expansion Valve - Front

Brand Four Seasons 39481
Position Front
Color Aluminum
Description Expansion Valves
Liquid Inlet Fitting Gender Female
Liquid Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter No. 6
Liquid Inlet Size IN 0.34
Liquid Inlet Size MM 8.6
Liquid Inlet Style Sealing Washer
Liquid Inlet Thread Type Not Threaded
Liquid Inlet Type Sealing Washer
Liquid Outlet Fitting Gender Female
Liquid Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter No. 8
Liquid Outlet Style Female Insert O-Ring
Liquid Outlet Thread Type Not Threaded
Liquid Outlet Type O-Ring
Lqd Out Size IN 0.540
Lqd Out Size MM 13.6
Material Aluminum
Meets / Exceeds OEM? Yes
Mounting Hole Quantity 2
O-Ring A Number/Desc [24401] / Slim Line Sealing Washer
O-Ring B Number/Desc [24608] / Green O-Ring
O-Ring C Number/Desc [24610] / Green O-Ring
O-Ring D Number/Desc [24404] / Slimline Washer
Refrigerant Type R134A
Style w/o Solenoid
Suc In Size IN 0.650
Suc In Size MM 16.4
Suc Out Size IN 0.700
Suc Out Size MM 17.7
Suction Inlet Fitting Gender Female
Suction Inlet Fitting Thread Diameter No. 10
Suction Inlet Style Female Insert O-Ring
Suction Inlet Thread Type Not Threaded
Suction Inlet Type O-Ring
Suction Outlet Fitting Gender Female
Suction Outlet Fitting Thread Diameter No. 12
Suction Outlet Style Sealing Washer
Suction Outlet Thread Type Not Threaded
Suction Outlet Type Sealing Washer
Super Heat -10.0
Switch Included? Not Included
Tonnage 1.5
Type Block Type
Product line Expansion Valve
Fits Ford and Lincoln · 35 vehicles

OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable system service.

Block type design. Provides precise refrigerant flow control in the A/C system.

Aluminum construction. Lightweight material resists corrosion for long-term durability.

Cross-references Four Seasons 39481, Global Parts Distributors LLC 3411537 and UAC EX10417C for the same application. See all 11.

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Four Seasons 39481 Expansion Valve

The Four Seasons 39481 expansion valve is a block-type A/C flow restrictor built for R134A systems. It is an aluminum replacement expansion valve for front HVAC service on select Ford and Lincoln applications, including Explorer, Flex, Taurus, MKT, and MKS models.

Key Features

  • Block-type A/C expansion valve for R134A refrigerant
  • Aluminum construction with aluminum finish
  • Female suction and liquid connections with O-ring and sealing-washer styles
  • Mounting hole quantity: 2
  • Meets or exceeds OEM requirements
  • Designed for 1.5 ton HVAC applications
  • Style: w/o solenoid

Product Details

Four Seasons Expansion Valve 39481 is engineered to regulate refrigerant flow through the air conditioning system by controlling pressure drop at the evaporator inlet. This block-type valve uses female inlet and outlet connections with specific suction and liquid port sizing for proper sealing in R134A systems. It is a direct-fit service part for 2013-2019 Ford Explorer front expansion valve applications, 2013-2019 Ford Flex front expansion valve applications, 2013-2019 Ford Taurus expansion valve applications, 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT front expansion valve applications, and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS expansion valve applications. This part cross-references UAC EX10417C and Global Parts Distributors LLC 3411537 for the same application.

Common A/C Problems This Part Can Address

  • Erratic evaporator refrigerant metering
  • Loss of cooling performance from a restricted or worn valve
  • Improper suction and liquid side pressure balance
  • Inconsistent cabin air temperature in Ford Explorer, Flex, Taurus, Lincoln MKT, or Lincoln MKS HVAC systems
  • A/C system service needs after expansion valve failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify refrigerant type, port orientation, and connection style before installation. Replace the valve only after the system has been properly evacuated and inspected for contamination, leaks, and damaged seals. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position: Fits 2013-2019 Ford Explorer, Front; Fits 2013-2019 Ford Flex, Front; Fits 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT, Front; Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 39481 is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM specifications for the stated applications. The part is built as an OE-style replacement expansion valve for service work on compatible Ford and Lincoln HVAC systems.

Related reading

This part fits 35 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2019FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2019FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2019FordTaurus——N/AExpansion Valve
2019LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2018FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2018FordFlex3.5LV6FrontExpansion Valve
2018FordTaurus——N/AExpansion Valve
2018LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2017FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2017FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2017FordTaurus——N/AExpansion Valve
2017LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2016FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2016FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2016FordTaurus——N/AExpansion Valve
2016LincolnMKS——N/AExpansion Valve
2016LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2015FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2015FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2015FordTaurus3.5LV6N/AExpansion Valve
2015FordTaurus2.0LL4N/AExpansion Valve
2015LincolnMKS——N/AExpansion Valve
2015LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2014FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2014FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2014FordTaurus3.5LV6N/AExpansion Valve
2014FordTaurus2.0LL4N/AExpansion Valve
2014LincolnMKS——N/AExpansion Valve
2014LincolnMKT——FrontExpansion Valve
2013FordExplorer——FrontExpansion Valve
2013FordFlex——FrontExpansion Valve
2013FordTaurus——N/AExpansion Valve
2013LincolnMKS——N/AExpansion Valve
2013LincolnMKT3.5LV6FrontExpansion Valve
2013LincolnMKT3.7LV6FrontExpansion Valve
Directly replaces or cross-references 11 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Four Seasons — 39481Global Parts Distributors LLC — 3411537UAC — EX10417C1802862174817594813131320A17481DG1Z19849AT39481YG433