Universal Air RD10180C A/C Accumulator

Universal Air RD10180C A/C Accumulator

Universal Air RD10180C is an A/C accumulator for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury full-size sedan applications. It is listed for vehicles such as the Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis, with fitment covering model years from 2004 through 2011.

Key Features

• Brand: Universal Air
• Brand line: Accumulator
• Part number: RD10180C
• Category: HVAC A/C accumulator / receiver drier
• Direct fitment coverage for select Crown Victoria, Town Car, and Grand Marquis applications
• Fits 2006-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, N/A
• Fits 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car, N/A
• Fits 2006-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 2004-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A, from 01/28/2004
• Fits 2004 Lincoln Town Car, N/A, from 01/28/2004

Detailed Description

The Universal Air Accumulator line is built for HVAC service applications where the A/C accumulator is part of the refrigerant management system. RD10180C is cataloged for select Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis models, making it a focused replacement choice for technicians servicing these platform-specific air conditioning systems. This part number, RD10180C, is listed across multiple model years and should be matched to the vehicle’s exact build date and application notes before ordering.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking or damaged A/C accumulator
• Restoring refrigerant storage and moisture control in the HVAC system
• Addressing poor cooling performance tied to accumulator failure
• Correcting contamination concerns after A/C system service
• Supporting proper operation on Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and build date against the fitment notes before installation. For 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2004 Lincoln Town Car applications, the catalog notes apply from 01/28/2004. Confirm the existing accumulator configuration and inspect the surrounding HVAC components for wear, contamination, or refrigerant leaks during service.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this accumulator under its Accumulator product line for application-specific HVAC service. Part number RD10180C is listed for defined vehicle fitments to support accurate replacement selection.