Global Parts 3411484 A/C Expansion Valve

A/C Expansion Valve for Audi HVAC Service

Global Parts 3411484 is an A/C expansion valve for Audi HVAC systems. It regulates refrigerant flow before the evaporator so the system can use cooling capacity efficiently during service and repair.

Key Features

• Expansion valve/orifice tube style A/C flow restrictor
• Controls refrigerant delivery before the evaporator
• Supports proper refrigerant metering during HVAC service
• Direct-fit application coverage for select Audi models
• Global Parts part number 3411484

Detailed Description

This A/C expansion valve is used in the refrigerant circuit to reduce pressure and meter flow into the evaporator. That function helps the HVAC system extract heat from the cabin air more effectively. Global Parts 3411484 is listed for select Audi R8, Q7, A6, A6 Quattro, S4, S5, S6, TT, and RS4 applications, making it a focused replacement for common Audi A/C service needs. This part cross-references UAC EX10380C for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
• Improper refrigerant metering at the evaporator
• A/C performance loss after HVAC service
• Restricted refrigerant flow in the expansion circuit
• Service-related A/C efficiency issues

Installation Notes and Tips

• Fits 2014-2015 Audi R8, N/A
• Fits 2008-2011 Audi R8, N/A
• Fits 2012-2013 Audi Q7, N/A
• Fits 2011-2012 Audi A6, N/A
• Fits 2011-2012 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2010-2012 Audi S4, N/A
• Fits 2010-2012 Audi S5, N/A
• Fits 2011 Audi S6, N/A
• Fits 2010 Audi TT, N/A
• Fits 2007-2008 Audi RS4, N/A
• Replace the expansion valve during A/C system service when the refrigerant circuit is opened.
• Verify refrigerant system cleanliness and correct charge before returning the vehicle to service.

Quality Assurance

Global Parts recommends replacing the expansion valve/orifice tube each time the A/C system is serviced. Part number 3411484 is built for the listed Audi applications and follows the same service logic used in professional HVAC repair.