{"product_id":"mopar-68048896ab-a-c-expansion-valve-front","title":"Mopar 68048896AB A\/C Expansion Valve - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Mopar A\/C expansion valve is a direct-fit HVAC service part for Ram trucks with front A\/C system applications. It is identified by part number 68048896AB and is listed for 2011 Ram 1500 and 2011 Ram 2500 front applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style HVAC flow restrictor for A\/C system service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit replacement identified by part number 68048896AB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011 Ram 1500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011 Ram 2500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mopar 68048896AB A\/C expansion valve regulates refrigerant flow through the air conditioning system so the evaporator can operate under the correct pressure and temperature conditions. For Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 front HVAC service, this component is used when restoring proper A\/C performance after a leak, restriction, or valve wear. If you are searching for a 2011 Ram 1500 A\/C expansion valve or a 2011 Ram 2500 HVAC flow restrictor, this part number 68048896AB matches the listed front fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring weak or inconsistent cabin cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing refrigerant flow restriction in the A\/C circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or contaminated expansion valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting repair of evaporator-side pressure control issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s HVAC configuration and compare the original part number before installation. Because A\/C system repairs can involve refrigerant handling, proper evacuation, recovery, and recharge procedures should be followed by a qualified technician. Confirm the front application and match the connector and line arrangement to the removed component before final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMopar parts are engineered for factory-level service applications and are commonly selected when an OE replacement is required. Part number 68048896AB is listed for the specified Ram fitment shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mopar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53588218151093,"sku":"BBKR-68048896AB","price":70.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/MR_68048896AB_Fro.jpg?v=1792732863","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mopar-68048896ab-a-c-expansion-valve-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}