Universal Air EX529490C A/C Expansion Valve

Block Expansion Valve for Toyota Prius Applications

Universal Air EX529490C is a block-style A/C expansion valve for select Toyota hybrid applications. It is listed for the Toyota Prius, Prius V, and Prius Plug-In across the model years shown below, making it a direct-fit HVAC flow restrictor reference for service work on these vehicles.

Key Features

• Brand: Universal Air
• Brand line: Block Expansion Valve
• Part number: EX529490C
• Category: A/C expansion valve for HVAC refrigerant control
• Fits Toyota Prius, Toyota Prius V, and Toyota Prius Plug-In applications
• Position listed as N/A in the fitment data

Fitment Details

• Fits 2012-2017 Toyota Prius V, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
• Fits 2010-2015 Toyota Prius, N/A, Block Expansion Valve
• Fits 2012-2015 Toyota Prius Plug-In, N/A, Block Expansion Valve

Product Description

The Universal Air Block Expansion Valve EX529490C is used in the air conditioning system to regulate refrigerant flow through the evaporator circuit. For Toyota Prius, Prius V, and Prius Plug-In models, this valve is the service part referenced for restoring proper A/C metering when the original block expansion valve is worn, restricted, or no longer controlling flow correctly. If you are sourcing an EX529490C replacement for a Toyota Prius HVAC repair, this listing matches the fitment shown in the catalog data.

Common Issues It May Address

• Weak or inconsistent cabin cooling
• Refrigerant flow restriction in the A/C system
• Improper evaporator feed control
• HVAC performance loss after component wear or contamination
• Service replacement for a failed block expansion valve

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year and model against the fitment list before ordering. Confirm the existing valve style and refrigerant system configuration during diagnosis, since the part is cataloged as a block expansion valve with N/A position data. Replace only after the A/C system has been properly evacuated and inspected, and follow OEM service procedures for refrigerant recovery, sealing surfaces, and leak checking. Part number EX529490C should be matched to the vehicle application shown here, especially on Toyota Prius, Prius V, and Prius Plug-In models.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service components for automotive A/C repair applications. This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.