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Universal Air EX10304C A/C Expansion Valve
Overview of Universal Air Block Expansion Valve EX10304C
The Universal Air Block Expansion Valve EX10304C is designed to regulate refrigerant flow in automotive air conditioning systems. This A/C expansion valve is compatible with a wide range of BMW models, ensuring precise temperature control and efficient HVAC performance.
- Compatible with BMW 1 Series M, 128i, 135i, 135is, 320i, 323Ci, 323i, 325Ci, 325xi, 328Ci, 328i, 328i xDrive, 328xi, 330Ci, 330i, 330xi, 335d, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive, 335xi, M3, M5, M6, X1, X3, and X4
- Part number EX10304C for accurate identification and fitment
- Part of the Universal Air Block Expansion Valve product line
- Designed to maintain optimal refrigerant flow and pressure in A/C systems
About the Block Expansion Valve Product Line
The Block Expansion Valve line from Universal Air focuses on delivering reliable flow restrictors for automotive HVAC systems. These valves are engineered to provide consistent refrigerant metering, which is critical for maintaining proper cooling performance and system efficiency. The EX10304C is a representative part of this line, tailored for specific BMW models to ensure compatibility and system integrity.
Detailed Product Description
The EX10304C A/C expansion valve controls the flow of refrigerant entering the evaporator, allowing the air conditioning system to maintain the desired cabin temperature. This valve is precision-engineered to match the specifications required by various BMW vehicles, including popular models such as the 328i, 335i, and M3. By regulating refrigerant pressure and flow, it helps prevent issues like compressor overload and inefficient cooling.
Common Applications and Issues Addressed
- Restores proper refrigerant flow in BMW A/C systems
- Prevents evaporator freezing and compressor damage
- Improves cooling efficiency and cabin comfort
- Resolves inconsistent temperature control problems
- Addresses A/C system pressure imbalances
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure compatibility with your specific BMW model before installation
- Follow manufacturer guidelines for refrigerant handling and system evacuation
- Inspect related HVAC components for wear or damage during replacement
- Use proper tools to avoid damage to the valve or surrounding parts
- Test the A/C system after installation to confirm proper operation
Quality Assurance and Warranty
The Universal Air Block Expansion Valve EX10304C is manufactured to meet OEM standards for fit and function. While specific warranty details are not provided, Universal Air products typically undergo rigorous quality control to ensure reliability and durability in automotive HVAC applications.
This part fits 124 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2016 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2016 | BMW | X4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2015 | BMW | X1 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2015 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2015 | BMW | X4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2014 | BMW | X1 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2014 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | 135is | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | 328i | Base | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | 328i | Modern | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | 328i | Sport | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | 328i | Luxury | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | 328i xDrive | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |
| 2013 | BMW | 335i | Base | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | ||
| 2013 | BMW | 335i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | 335is | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | xDrive28i | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive20i | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive28i Sport Line | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | xDrive35i | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive28i | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | xDrive28i Top Line | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive20i M Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive28i X Line | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | xDrive28i M Sport | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X1 | sDrive20i X Line | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
| 2013 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | 328i | 3.0L | L6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |
| 2012 | BMW | 328i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | 335i | Base | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | ||
| 2012 | BMW | 335i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | 335is | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2012 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 1 Series M | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 328i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 335d | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 335i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 335i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | 335is | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2011 | BMW | X3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 328i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 335d | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 335i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | 335i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2010 | BMW | M6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 328i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 335d | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 335i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | 335i xDrive | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2009 | BMW | M6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 128i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 135i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 328xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 335i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | 335xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | M3 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | M5 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2008 | BMW | M6 | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 328xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 335i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2007 | BMW | 335xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2006 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2006 | BMW | 325xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2006 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2006 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2005 | BMW | 320i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2005 | BMW | 325Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2005 | BMW | 330Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2005 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2005 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2004 | BMW | 325Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2004 | BMW | 330Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2004 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2004 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2003 | BMW | 325Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2003 | BMW | 330Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2003 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2003 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2002 | BMW | 325Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2002 | BMW | 330Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2002 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2002 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2001 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2001 | BMW | 325Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2001 | BMW | 330Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2001 | BMW | 330i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2001 | BMW | 330xi | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2000 | BMW | 323Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2000 | BMW | 323i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2000 | BMW | 328Ci | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 2000 | BMW | 328i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 1995 | BMW | 320i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 1994 | BMW | 320i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 1993 | BMW | 320i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve | |||
| 1992 | BMW | 320i | N/A | Block Expansion Valve |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.