Universal Air RD1149C A/C Receiver Drier

Universal Air RD1149C A/C Receiver Drier

The Universal Air Drier RD1149C is an A/C receiver drier for older R-12 air conditioning systems and select Denso or Keihin compressor applications. It is used across a wide range of Toyota, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Honda, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles, including Toyota Corolla, Toyota Celica, and Mazda RX-7 applications.

Key Features

• A/C receiver drier for HVAC accumulator/receiver drier service
• Fits select 1980-1995 vehicles with R-12 A/C systems
• Application coverage includes Toyota, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Honda, Dodge, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Mercury, and Plymouth models
• Part number RD1149C for catalog and service matching
• Used in rear A/C applications on select 1990-1993 Mazda MPV models

Detailed Description

Universal Air RD1149C is a receiver drier used in automotive air conditioning systems to support refrigerant circuit service on confirmed applications. Fitment includes 1990-1995 Suzuki Samurai with R-12 A/C system, 1990-1993 Mazda MPV with rear A/C, 1991-1993 Toyota Previa, 1981-1991 Mazda RX-7, 1980-1989 Toyota Corolla, and 1980-1988 Toyota Cressida. The RD1149C part number also covers additional applications such as Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Pickup, Mitsubishi Montero, and Honda Accord with Denso or Keihin compressor configurations.

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

Common Replacement Reasons

• Loss of A/C cooling performance
• Moisture contamination in the refrigerant circuit
• Receiver drier service during compressor or system repair
• Restoration of proper A/C system filtration and moisture control
• Replacement on older R-12-equipped vehicles with confirmed fitment

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and A/C system configuration before installation. Match the application notes for R-12 systems, rear A/C, or Denso/Keihin compressor setups where listed. Replace the receiver drier whenever the system has been opened for service, and evacuate and recharge the system according to factory procedures.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air Drier products are cataloged for specific vehicle applications to support accurate HVAC service selection. Part number RD1149C should be matched to the confirmed fitment list before installation.