Universal Air EX529481C A/C Expansion Valve

Block Expansion Valve for GM Performance HVAC Systems

Universal Air EX529481C is a block-style A/C expansion valve for select Chevrolet and Pontiac applications. It is used in the HVAC refrigerant circuit to regulate flow through the evaporator, helping maintain proper cooling performance in the vehicle cabin.

Key Features

• Block expansion valve for automotive air conditioning systems
• Direct fitment for select Chevrolet Caprice, Chevrolet SS, and Pontiac G8 applications
• Supports refrigerant metering at the evaporator inlet
• Part number EX529481C for ordering and catalog lookup
• Compatible with 2011-2017 Chevrolet Caprice, N/A
• Compatible with 2014-2017 Chevrolet SS, N/A
• Compatible with 2008-2009 Pontiac G8, N/A

Detailed Description

Universal Air Block Expansion Valve EX529481C is a replacement A/C expansion valve for vehicles using a block-style refrigerant control design. It is listed for 2011-2017 Chevrolet Caprice, 2014-2017 Chevrolet SS, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8, making it a targeted service part for GM performance and full-size sedan HVAC repairs. Use EX529481C when servicing an A/C system that requires precise refrigerant flow control at the evaporator.

Common Repair Uses

• Restores refrigerant metering when the original valve is restricted
• Addresses weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
• Helps correct evaporator feed issues in the A/C system
• Supports repair of HVAC performance complaints on Chevrolet Caprice and Chevrolet SS models
• Supports repair of HVAC performance complaints on Pontiac G8 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original block-style expansion valve configuration before ordering. Match the part number EX529481C to the application and inspect the surrounding A/C components for contamination or wear during service. Proper evacuation, leak checking, and refrigerant recharge procedures should be followed after installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service parts for automotive air conditioning repair. This part cross-references no listed alternate part numbers in the provided data.