Universal Air RD1218C A/C Receiver Drier

Universal Air RD1218C A/C Receiver Drier

The Universal Air RD1218C is a pad-mount A/C receiver drier for select import vehicles with pad-mount HVAC layouts. It is used in the air conditioning system to support refrigerant flow management and moisture control in applications such as the Nissan Maxima, Infiniti J30, and Isuzu Rodeo.

Key Features

• Part number: RD1218C
• Brand: Universal Air
• Brand line: Drier Pad Mount
• Category: HVAC A/C receiver drier
• Pad-mount configuration for listed applications
• Compatible with a wide range of 1988-1997 import vehicles

Detailed Description

Universal Air RD1218C is an A/C receiver drier built for pad-mount systems used across multiple Acura, Honda, Infiniti, Isuzu, Nissan, Subaru, Mazda, Mercury, and Geo applications. It is a direct-fit service part for vehicles including 1995-1996 Nissan Maxima, 1994-1997 Infiniti J30, and 1993-1997 Isuzu Rodeo when the vehicle uses the listed drier pad mount configuration. The RD1218C part number is also referenced for other applications in the same fitment group, making it a practical replacement during A/C system repair or overhaul.

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

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking or saturated receiver drier
• Restoring proper A/C refrigerant circuit function
• Addressing moisture contamination in the HVAC system
• Repairing A/C performance issues on pad-mount applications
• Servicing vehicles with a failed or restricted drier assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s pad-mount drier style before ordering. Confirm year-specific fitment carefully, especially on models with cutoff notes such as 1996 Infiniti I30 through 06/15/1996 and 1996 Subaru Legacy through 05/01/1996. For best results, replace the receiver drier during A/C system service after the system has been opened.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies this receiver drier as a fitment-specific HVAC replacement for the listed applications. Confirm the part number RD1218C and match it to the vehicle’s original pad-mount configuration before installation.