Universal Air EX529442C A/C Expansion Valve
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Universal Air EX529442C A/C Expansion Valve

Brand Universal Air EX529442C
Product line Block Expansion Valve
Fits Volkswagen, Nissan, Saab, and Audi · 111 vehicles

Block expansion valve. Regulates refrigerant flow in the A/C system.

A/C expansion valve. Controls refrigerant metering for efficient cooling.

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Block Expansion Valve for VW, Audi, Saab, and Nissan

Universal Air EX529442C is a block expansion valve for automotive air conditioning systems that use this style of A/C flow restrictor. It is listed for a wide range of Volkswagen, Audi, Saab, and Nissan applications, including Volkswagen Jetta, Beetle, Golf, Passat, and Corrado models.

The Universal Air Block Expansion Valve line focuses on direct-fit HVAC service parts for vehicles that use a block-style expansion valve layout. Part number EX529442C is cataloged for multiple import platforms, including Audi TT and TT Quattro, making it a practical replacement for common A/C service needs.

Key Features

  • Block-style A/C expansion valve for HVAC refrigerant control
  • Compatible with select Volkswagen, Audi, Saab, and Nissan applications
  • Cataloged for 1992-2012 model years across multiple platforms
  • Fits Volkswagen Jetta, Beetle, Golf, Passat, Corrado, Cabrio, R32, and Golf City applications
  • Part number EX529442C for easy identification

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1993-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 2002-2010 Nissan Platina, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1999-2009 Saab 9-5, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1999-2006 Audi TT, N/A, Fixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 2000-2006 Audi TT Quattro, N/A, Fixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1993-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen R32, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1995-2002 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1993-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
  • Fits 1992-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A, Block Expansion Valve

What It Is Used For

  • Restoring proper refrigerant metering in the A/C system
  • Addressing weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
  • Replacing a worn or restricted expansion valve
  • Servicing HVAC systems that use a block expansion valve design
  • Supporting A/C repair on Volkswagen, Audi, Saab, and Nissan vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original valve style and vehicle application before ordering. This part is listed for specific Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Beetle, Passat, Corrado, Cabrio, R32, Audi TT, Audi TT Quattro, Saab 9-5, Nissan Platina, and Golf City applications, so matching the existing HVAC configuration is important for correct fitment. For best results, have the A/C system inspected, evacuated, and recharged by a qualified technician after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs EX529442C as a dedicated HVAC service component for the listed applications. Part number EX529442C is identified for accurate ordering and fitment verification across supported Volkswagen, Audi, Saab, and Nissan platforms.

Related reading

This part fits 111 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2012VolkswagenJettaTDI2.0LL4DIESELN/ABlock Expansion Valve
2010NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2010VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2010VolkswagenGolf City————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2009NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2009Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2009VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2009VolkswagenGolf City————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2008NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2008Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2008VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2008VolkswagenGolf City————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2007NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2007Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2007VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2007VolkswagenGolf City————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2006AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2006AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2006NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2006Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2006VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2006VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2005AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2005AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2005NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2005Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2005VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2005VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2004AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2004NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2004VolkswagenR32————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2003AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2003NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2003VolkswagenR32————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2002AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2002NissanPlatina————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2002VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2001AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2001AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2001Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2001VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2001VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2001VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2001VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2000AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2000AudiTT Quattro————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
2000Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2000VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2000VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2000VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
2000VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999AudiTT————N/AFixed Orifice - A/C Orifice Tube; Block Expansion Valve
1999Saab9-5————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGL2.0LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGL1.9LL4DIESELN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfWolfsburg Edition2.0LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGTI2.0LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGLS2.0LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfTDI1.9LL4DIESELN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGTI2.8LV6GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfGTI VR62.8LV6GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenGolfMI1.8LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1999VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1998VolkswagenBeetle————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1998VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1998VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1998VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1997VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1997VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1997VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1997VolkswagenPassatTDI1.9LL4DIESELN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1997VolkswagenPassatGLX2.8LV6GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1996VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1996VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1996VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1996VolkswagenPassat————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1995VolkswagenCabrio————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1995VolkswagenCorrado————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1995VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1995VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1995VolkswagenPassat————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1994VolkswagenCorrado————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1994VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1994VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1994VolkswagenPassat————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenCorrado————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenGolf————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenJetta————N/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenPassatGL2.0LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenPassatGLX2.8LV6GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenPassatBase1.9LL4DIESELN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenPassatGLS2.8LV6GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1993VolkswagenPassatSyncro1.8LL4GASN/ABlock Expansion Valve
1992VolkswagenCorradoSLC2.8LV6—N/ABlock Expansion Valve