Universal Air RD10176C A/C Receiver Drier

Universal Air RD10176C A/C Receiver Drier

The Universal Air RD10176C is a pad-mount A/C receiver drier for select Subaru Forester applications. It is built for 2003-2008 Subaru Forester models with the Drier Pad Mount configuration and is used in the HVAC refrigerant circuit to support proper system operation.

Key Features

• Part number: RD10176C
• Brand line: Drier Pad Mount
• Category: A/C Receiver Drier
• Compatible with 2003-2008 Subaru Forester, N/A
• Direct fitment reference for Subaru Forester A/C service work

Product Details

Universal Air RD10176C is an A/C receiver drier designed for the Subaru Forester platform listed in the fitment data. The Drier Pad Mount product line identifies the mounting style used for this application, helping match the correct HVAC service part to the vehicle’s refrigerant system. If you are sourcing a Subaru Forester receiver drier or replacing a pad-mount A/C drier on a 2003-2008 Subaru Forester, RD10176C is the referenced part number for this application.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Moisture contamination in the A/C refrigerant circuit
• Reduced cooling performance from a restricted or aging receiver drier
• Service replacement after opening the HVAC system
• System contamination during A/C component repair
• Fitment mismatch when replacing a pad-mount receiver drier

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the mounting style and vehicle application before installation. This part fits 2003-2008 Subaru Forester, N/A, and the part number RD10176C should be matched to the existing A/C system layout before service. Proper evacuation, leak checking, and refrigerant recharge procedures should be followed after A/C component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service parts for automotive air conditioning applications, and the RD10176C is cataloged for the specified Subaru Forester fitment. Confirm the vehicle year and mounting configuration against the existing component before ordering.