Universal Air EX10086C A/C Expansion Valve

Thermal Expansion Valve for Acura RL

Universal Air EX10086C is a thermal expansion valve for A/C flow control in the HVAC system. It is listed for 1996-2004 Acura RL applications and is used to regulate refrigerant flow through the evaporator circuit.

Key Features

• Thermal expansion valve for automotive air conditioning systems
• Fits 1996-2004 Acura RL, N/A
• Supports refrigerant metering at the evaporator inlet
• Part number EX10086C for ordering and catalog lookup
• Universal Air thermal expansion valve line

Product Details

The Universal Air Thermal Expansion Valve line focuses on A/C flow restriction and refrigerant control within the HVAC system. EX10086C is specified for Acura RL models from 1996 through 2004, making it a direct-reference choice when replacing a worn or restricted expansion valve on the Acura RL. This part number, EX10086C, is also useful for service matching when verifying the correct A/C expansion valve by application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Inconsistent evaporator refrigerant metering
• Reduced cabin cooling performance
• A/C system pressure imbalance caused by a restricted valve
• Temperature fluctuations during compressor operation
• Service replacement for a failed Acura RL thermal expansion valve

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year before ordering and match the A/C flow restrictor by application. For best results, inspect the surrounding HVAC components, recover refrigerant properly, and verify system cleanliness before installing EX10086C. Always compare the original valve configuration to the replacement part before service.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service parts for automotive A/C repair, and EX10086C is cataloged for the Acura RL application shown above. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s model year and A/C system configuration before installation.