Four Seasons 83172 A/C Receiver Drier

Four Seasons 83172 A/C Receiver Drier

Four Seasons 83172 is an aluminum A/C receiver drier built for pad mount applications and engineered to meet or exceed OEM requirements. It is a direct-fit HVAC service part for Mazda CX-5, Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda 3 Sport, Mazda 5, and Mazda CX-7 applications listed below.

Key Features

• Aluminum receiver drier with pad mount design
• Desiccant included to help manage moisture in the A/C system
• Washer not included; gasket/seals included
• Green round O-ring reference: [24646]
• 1/2 in. inlet and 1/2 in. outlet pad mount connections
• Body diameter: 1.375 in. | Body length: 11.000 in.
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• No service port, switch port, or sight glass

Product Details

The Four Seasons Filter Drier line focuses on HVAC filtration and moisture control for automotive air conditioning systems. Part number 83172 uses an aluminum body with a pad mount configuration and desiccant media to support refrigerant system cleanliness. This receiver drier is specified for Mazda A/C service applications where the original unit uses pad mount inlet and outlet connections. Cross-reference part numbers include UAC RD10919C and Spectra Premium 0210146 for the same application.

Common A/C Issues This Part Addresses

• Moisture contamination in the refrigerant circuit
• Debris accumulation in the A/C system
• Reduced cooling performance from a restricted receiver drier
• Service replacement after compressor or system repair
• Leak concerns at worn pad mount sealing surfaces

Fitment

• Fits 2013-2025 Mazda CX-5, N/A, Filter Drier
• Fits 2014-2021 Mazda 6, N/A, Filter Drier
• Fits 2010-2018 Mazda 3, N/A, Filter Drier
• Fits 2010-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, N/A, Filter Drier
• Fits 2012-2015 Mazda 5, N/A, Filter Drier
• Fits 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, N/A, Filter Drier

Installation Notes

Verify pad mount connection style, inlet and outlet diameter, and sealing surface condition before installation. Replace the included gasket/seals as required by the service procedure, and confirm the system is properly evacuated and recharged after installation. This part number is 83172, and it should be matched to the vehicle’s original receiver drier configuration before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this receiver drier as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the specified applications. The aluminum construction and desiccant-based design support standard A/C service expectations for Mazda CX-5, Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda 3 Sport, Mazda 5, and Mazda CX-7 models.