Global Parts 3411870 A/C Expansion Valve - Front

A/C Expansion Valve for Front HVAC Service

Global Parts 3411870 is an A/C expansion valve for front HVAC applications. It regulates refrigerant flow before the evaporator so the system can use cooling capacity efficiently. This part is a direct-fit service item for select Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, and Volkswagen vehicles, including Grand Caravan and Town & Country applications.

Key Features

• Controls refrigerant flow into the evaporator
• Helps maintain proper A/C system pressure balance
• Front-position application
• OE-style replacement for service and repair work
• Global Parts part number 3411870

Detailed Description

Global Parts 3411870 is an A/C expansion valve used in front HVAC systems to meter refrigerant before it enters the evaporator. By slowing refrigerant flow at the correct point in the cycle, the valve helps the air conditioning system deliver consistent cooling performance. This part cross-references DENSO Auto Parts 475-2098 for the same application. It is listed for 2008-2020 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, 2012-2015 Ram C/V, 2009-2014 Volkswagen Routan, and 2008, 2020 Chrysler Voyager front applications.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring weak or uneven A/C cooling
• Addressing refrigerant metering problems at the evaporator
• Replacing a valve during A/C system service
• Correcting front HVAC performance issues on Grand Caravan, Town & Country, and Voyager models
• Supporting proper system operation after component replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front HVAC configuration before ordering. Inspect the surrounding A/C components for contamination or wear during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s refrigerant recovery and evacuation procedures. Global Parts recommends replacing the expansion valve/orifice tube whenever the A/C system is serviced.

Quality Assurance

Global Parts supplies service replacement HVAC components built for application-specific fitment. Part number 3411870 is cataloged for confirmed front-position vehicles and is supported by OE-style interchange references for cross-checking during parts lookup.