Universal Air EX10164C A/C Orifice Tube

Orange Orifice Tube for A/C Flow Control

The Universal Air Orange Orifice Tube, part number EX10164C, is an A/C flow restrictor used in vehicle air conditioning systems that rely on an orifice tube metering design. It is listed for a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Mitsubishi applications, including Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Liberty platforms.

Key Features

• Universal Air Orange Orifice Tube for HVAC A/C flow restriction
• Part number EX10164C for direct reference during service lookup
• Orange orifice tube specification noted for listed applications
• Fits liquid line locations on many Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and Mitsubishi vehicles
• Application coverage includes 2000-2014 model years

Detailed Description

EX10164C is an A/C orifice tube used to regulate refrigerant flow in systems that use a fixed orifice design instead of an expansion valve. This Universal Air Orange Orifice Tube is cataloged for specific liquid line applications across Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Jeep Liberty, Jeep TJ, Jeep Wrangler, Ram Dakota, and Mitsubishi Raider platforms. Use the part number EX10164C when matching the service part to the vehicle’s HVAC configuration.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring proper refrigerant metering in an A/C system
• Addressing weak or uneven cabin cooling caused by a restricted flow device
• Replacing a clogged or contaminated orifice tube during HVAC service
• Servicing liquid line A/C systems on Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Liberty, and Chrysler PT Cruiser applications
• Supporting repair work on Dodge Avenger, Dodge Caliber, and Chrysler 200 A/C systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s A/C system uses an orifice tube and confirm the liquid line location before installation. Match the replacement to the listed application by year, make, and model, and inspect the system for contamination or debris that could affect the new tube. For fitment reference, this part fits 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger, 2010-2012 Dodge Dakota, 2011 Ram Dakota, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 2001-2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 2007-2009 Chrysler Sebring, 2007-2009 Dodge Caliber, 2007-2009 Jeep Compass, 2007-2009 Jeep Patriot, 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider, 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty, 2000-2006 Jeep TJ, 2003-2006 Jeep Wrangler, and 2000-2002 Jeep Wrangler.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this orange orifice tube for the listed vehicle applications and liquid line service locations. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and A/C system design before ordering.