Universal Air RD1170C A/C Receiver Drier

Universal Air RD1170C A/C Receiver Drier

The Universal Air RD1170C is an A/C receiver drier for select 1980-1981 Nissan 280ZX applications. It is listed for the HVAC accumulator/receiver drier category and is identified for N/A position fitment on the specified vehicles.

Key Features

• Brand: Universal Air
• Brand line: Drier
• Part number: RD1170C
• Part type: A/C receiver drier
• Fits 1980 Nissan 280ZX, N/A
• Fits 1981 Nissan 280ZX, N/A; to 07/01/1981

Product Details

Universal Air RD1170C is a receiver drier used in the vehicle air conditioning system to support refrigerant flow management and moisture control within the HVAC circuit. For Nissan 280ZX models, this part number RD1170C provides a direct-reference option for 1980 and 1981 vehicles listed in the fitment data, including the 1981 Nissan 280ZX through 07/01/1981. The Universal Air Drier line identifies this component as part of the brand’s A/C service range for receiver drier replacement needs.

What It Helps Address

• Moisture contamination in the A/C system
• Reduced cooling performance from a restricted receiver drier
• Service replacement for a worn or aging A/C receiver drier
• System issues related to refrigerant flow management

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle build date and match the listed fitment before installation. Confirm the A/C system configuration on the 1980-1981 Nissan 280ZX and compare the existing component to RD1170C before ordering. Proper evacuation, leak checking, and refrigerant service procedures should be followed during A/C repair.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies this receiver drier under its Drier product line for HVAC service applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.