Universal Air EX9760C A/C Expansion Valve

Brand	Universal Air EX9760C
Product line	Block Expansion Valve
Fits	Kia · 5 vehicles

Expansion valve. Regulates refrigerant flow for efficient A/C performance.

Block design. Compact form factor for a clean, integrated installation.

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Universal Air EX9760C Block Expansion Valve

The Universal Air EX9760C is a block expansion valve for automotive A/C systems that use this style of flow control. It is listed for select Kia Forte and Kia Rio applications, including vehicles with specific automatic temperature control exclusions noted in the fitment data.

Key Features

Block expansion valve for HVAC A/C flow restriction control
Direct fitment listing for 2009-2011 Kia Rio
Direct fitment listing for 2010 Kia Forte without Automatic Temperature Control, from 01/06/2010
Direct fitment listing for 2011 Kia Forte without Automatic Temperature Control system
Part number EX9760C for application matching and catalog lookup

Application Details

This Universal Air Block Expansion Valve is cataloged for 2009-2011 Kia Rio and 2010-2011 Kia Forte HVAC systems that use a block-style expansion valve. The EX9760C is the correct type of A/C expansion valve for vehicles listed with the noted temperature-control and production-date restrictions, making it a focused replacement for Kia Forte and Kia Rio air conditioning service work.

Common Issues It May Address

Inconsistent A/C cooling performance
Restricted refrigerant flow through the expansion valve
Improper evaporator feed control
Loss of cabin cooling efficiency in listed Kia applications
Service replacement for a worn or malfunctioning block expansion valve

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s HVAC configuration before ordering. This part is not compatible with Automatic Temperature Control on the listed 2011 Kia Forte, and the 2010 Kia Forte application applies only without Automatic Temperature Control and from 01/06/2010. Confirm the original valve style and match the part number EX9760C against the existing component and vehicle build details before installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this part as a block expansion valve for the specified Kia applications. Use the fitment notes to confirm the correct A/C system configuration before service.

This part fits 5 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Position	Notes
2011	Kia	Forte	N/A	Not compatible with Automatic Temperature Control system; Block Expansion Valve
2011	Kia	Rio	N/A	Block Expansion Valve
2010	Kia	Forte	N/A	without Automatic Temperature Control; From 01/06/2010; Block Expansion Valve
2010	Kia	Rio	N/A	Block Expansion Valve
2009	Kia	Rio	N/A	Block Expansion Valve
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