Universal Air EX10038C A/C Expansion Valve - Front

Brand	Universal Air EX10038C
Position	Front
Product line	Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits	Mazda, Eagle, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Plymouth, Suzuki, Ford, Geo, Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC, Lexus, and Hyundai · 105 vehicles

Thermal expansion valve. Regulates refrigerant flow for efficient A/C system performance.

A/C flow restrictor for precise refrigerant metering.

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Thermal Expansion Valve for A/C Flow Control

Universal Air EX10038C is a thermal expansion valve for automotive air conditioning systems that use a TXV-style refrigerant metering setup. It regulates refrigerant flow into the evaporator to support stable cooling performance across a wide range of import and domestic applications.

Compatible With 1983-1995 vehicles including Mazda MPV, Toyota Corolla, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Geo Tracker applications. The EX10038C is a direct-fit style A/C expansion valve for factory-installed and R-12 system configurations listed below.

Key Features

Thermal expansion valve for automotive HVAC refrigerant control
Fits front or N/A-position applications as listed in the vehicle fitment data
Supports factory-installed A/C systems on select Mazda, Toyota, Geo, and Chevrolet models
Application coverage includes Japan-built and R-12 A/C system listings where specified
Universal Air EX10038C part number for catalog matching and service lookup

Vehicle Fitment

Fits 1994-1995 Mazda MPV, front, with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1992 Mazda MPV, front, with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1994 Isuzu Pickup, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1994 Isuzu Trooper, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, N/A, with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1994 Plymouth Laser, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989-1994 Suzuki Swift, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1993 Ford Festiva, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1993 Geo Tracker, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1993 Mazda MPV, front, with Factory Installed A/C; From 04/01/1993; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1992-1993 Mitsubishi Expo, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1992-1993 Mitsubishi Expo LRV, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1992-1993 Suzuki Samurai, N/A, Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1992 Geo Prizm, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1992 Toyota Corolla, front, with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet Tracker, front, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989-1991 GMC Tracker, N/A, Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1990-1991 Lexus ES250, front, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989-1991 Mazda MPV, front, Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1988-1991 Toyota Camry, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1988-1991 Toyota Corolla, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989 Geo Prizm, front, with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1989 Geo Tracker, front, with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1986-1989 Hyundai Excel, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1984-1989 Toyota Van, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1988 Chevrolet Spectrum, front, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1983-1988 Mitsubishi Cordia, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1988 Mitsubishi Mirage, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1983-1988 Mitsubishi Tredia, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1988 Suzuki Forsa, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1987 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1987 Toyota Land Cruiser, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve
Fits 1985-1986 Plymouth Conquest, N/A, Thermal Expansion Valve

Common A/C Issues This Part Addresses

Irregular evaporator refrigerant metering
Weak cabin cooling performance
Incorrect A/C system pressure behavior
Expansion valve restriction or sticking
Service replacement for listed factory A/C applications

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and A/C system type before installation. Match the listed application details, including front or N/A position notes, Japan-built notes, and R-12 system references where shown. Clean the refrigerant circuit and follow standard HVAC service procedures during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air EX10038C is cataloged as a thermal expansion valve for the listed vehicle applications and is identified by part number EX10038C for service and cross-reference lookup. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

This part fits 105 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Submodel	Position	Notes
1995	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Isuzu	Pickup	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Isuzu	Trooper	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Mitsubishi	Eclipse	—	N/A	with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Plymouth	Laser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1994	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Ford	Festiva	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Geo	Tracker	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; From 04/01/1993; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Mitsubishi	Eclipse	—	N/A	with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Mitsubishi	Expo	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Mitsubishi	Expo LRV	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Plymouth	Laser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Suzuki	Samurai	JA	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Suzuki	Samurai	JL	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1993	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Ford	Festiva	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Geo	Prizm	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Geo	Tracker	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Mitsubishi	Eclipse	—	N/A	with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Mitsubishi	Expo	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Mitsubishi	Expo LRV	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Plymouth	Laser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Suzuki	Samurai	JA	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Suzuki	Samurai	JL	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1992	Toyota	Corolla	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Chevrolet	Tracker	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Ford	Festiva	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Geo	Prizm	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Geo	Tracker	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	GMC	Tracker	—	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Lexus	ES250	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Mitsubishi	Eclipse	—	N/A	with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Plymouth	Laser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Toyota	Camry	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1991	Toyota	Corolla	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Chevrolet	Tracker	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Ford	Festiva	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Geo	Prizm	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Geo	Tracker	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	GMC	Tracker	—	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Lexus	ES250	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Mitsubishi	Eclipse	—	N/A	with R-12 A/C System; Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Plymouth	Laser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Toyota	Camry	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1990	Toyota	Corolla	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Chevrolet	Tracker	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Geo	Prizm	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Geo	Tracker	—	Front	with Factory Installed A/C; Japan Built; Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	GMC	Tracker	—	N/A	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Hyundai	Excel	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Mazda	MPV	—	Front	Factory-installed compatible with A/C.; Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Suzuki	Swift	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Toyota	Camry	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Toyota	Corolla	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1989	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Chevrolet	Spectrum	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Hyundai	Excel	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Mitsubishi	Mirage	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Suzuki	Forsa	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Toyota	Camry	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Toyota	Corolla	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1988	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Chevrolet	Spectrum	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Hyundai	Excel	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Mitsubishi	Galant	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Mitsubishi	Mirage	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Suzuki	Forsa	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Toyota	Land Cruiser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1987	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Chevrolet	Spectrum	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Hyundai	Excel	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Mitsubishi	Galant	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Mitsubishi	Mirage	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Plymouth	Conquest	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Suzuki	Forsa	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Toyota	Land Cruiser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1986	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Chevrolet	Spectrum	—	Front	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Mitsubishi	Galant	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Mitsubishi	Mirage	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Plymouth	Conquest	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Suzuki	Forsa	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Toyota	Land Cruiser	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1985	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1984	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1984	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1984	Toyota	Van	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1983	Mitsubishi	Cordia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
1983	Mitsubishi	Tredia	—	N/A	Thermal Expansion Valve
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