Universal Air EX10013C A/C Expansion Valve

Thermal Expansion Valve for Honda A/C Service

Universal Air EX10013C is a thermal expansion valve for automotive air conditioning systems. It is listed for 1988-1991 Honda Civic and 1988-1991 Honda CRX applications, making it a direct-fit service part for those vehicles.

Key Features

• Thermal expansion valve for A/C flow control
• Fits 1988-1991 Honda Civic
• Fits 1988-1991 Honda CRX
• Universal Air brand line: Thermal Expansion Valve
• Part number EX10013C for catalog matching and service lookup

Product Details

The EX10013C is an A/C expansion valve used to regulate refrigerant flow into the evaporator based on system temperature and pressure conditions. In Honda Civic and Honda CRX HVAC service, this type of valve is commonly replaced when the system shows poor cooling performance, unstable vent temperatures, or refrigerant metering issues. If you are searching for a thermal expansion valve for 1988-1991 Honda Civic or 1988-1991 Honda CRX, EX10013C is the listed application.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Warm air from the vents during A/C operation
• Erratic cabin temperature control
• Restricted or inconsistent refrigerant flow at the evaporator
• Reduced cooling output in Honda Civic and Honda CRX HVAC systems

Installation Notes

Verify the original valve style and system configuration before installation. Recover refrigerant properly, inspect related A/C seals and lines, and confirm correct refrigerant charge after service. For fitment reference, this part fits 1988-1991 Honda Civic and 1988-1991 Honda CRX, with no position specified.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs EX10013C within its Thermal Expansion Valve product line for HVAC service applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.