Universal Air EX10173C A/C Expansion Valve - Rear

Rear A/C Expansion Valve for Mazda MPV

Universal Air EX10173C is a thermal expansion valve for the rear air conditioning circuit. It is listed for 1989-1995 Mazda MPV rear applications and is used to regulate refrigerant flow at the evaporator for stable A/C performance.

Key Features

• Thermal expansion valve for rear HVAC service
• Fits 1989-1995 Mazda MPV, rear
• Supports refrigerant metering at the evaporator inlet
• Universal Air Thermal Expansion Valve line
• Part number EX10173C for catalog matching

Product Details

The Universal Air Thermal Expansion Valve line is built for A/C flow control in vehicle HVAC systems. This EX10173C valve is specified for the rear position on Mazda MPV models from 1989 through 1995, making it a direct-fit service part for rear A/C repair work. If you are replacing a worn or restricted Mazda MPV rear thermal expansion valve, EX10173C provides the correct application reference for the vehicle and position.

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

Common Repair Uses

• Rear A/C outlet temperature that is too warm
• Erratic refrigerant metering at the evaporator
• Restricted flow caused by a sticking expansion valve
• Loss of cooling performance in the rear HVAC system
• Service replacement for a leaking or contaminated valve

Installation Notes

Verify the rear HVAC location before ordering and match the part number EX10173C to the vehicle’s A/C service information. Replace the valve during a proper refrigerant recovery and recharge procedure, and inspect the related lines, seals, and evaporator components for contamination or wear.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service parts for automotive A/C repair, and this thermal expansion valve is cataloged for the listed Mazda MPV rear application.