Universal Air RD10946C A/C Receiver Drier / Desiccant Element

OE Replacement Desiccant Insert

Universal Air RD10946C is a desiccant insert for the A/C receiver drier system on select Ford and Lincoln applications. It is used in OE replacement service for vehicles that require a first-design desiccant insert, including Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Lincoln Mark LT coverage.

Key Features

• Part type: A/C receiver drier / desiccant element
• Brand line: Desiccant Insert
• OE replacement service part for select factory A/C systems
• Application-specific fitment for first-design and insert-only configurations
• Part number: RD10946C

Fitment Details

• Fits 2018 Ford F-150, N/A, OE Replacement; 1st Design; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2011-2014 Ford F-150, N/A, OE Replacement; 1st Design; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2007-2017 Ford Expedition, N/A, OE Replacement; 1st Design; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2016-2017 Ford F-150, N/A, OE Replacement; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2010 Ford F-150, N/A, OE Replacement; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2015-2016 Lincoln Navigator, N/A, OE Replacement; 1st Design; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2007-2012 Lincoln Navigator, N/A, OE Replacement; 1st Design; Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2015 Ford F-150, N/A, Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2010 Lincoln Mark LT, N/A, Desiccant Insert
• Fits 2009 Ford F-150, N/A, Insert Only; OE Replacement; Desiccant Insert

What It Helps Address

• Moisture contamination inside the A/C receiver drier
• Reduced cooling performance caused by a saturated desiccant element
• Service needs during A/C accumulator or receiver drier repair
• Replacement of the original desiccant insert on supported Ford and Lincoln systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s A/C receiver drier design before ordering, since fitment includes first-design and insert-only applications. Confirm the model year and OE configuration on Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, or Lincoln Mark LT before installation. Part number RD10946C should be matched to the exact service application listed above.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air RD10946C is an OE-style replacement desiccant insert built for the listed factory applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.