Universal Air RD4102C A/C Receiver Drier

Universal Air RD4102C A/C Receiver Drier

The Universal Air RD4102C is an A/C receiver drier for factory-installed air conditioning systems on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is listed for classic Mustang, Cougar, and Montego applications where the receiver drier is part of the HVAC service repair.

• Part number: RD4102C
• Brand line: Drier
• Category: HVAC A/C accumulator / receiver drier
• Direct fitment listings for factory-installed A/C systems
• Application-specific coverage for Ford Mustang, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Montego

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1971-1973 Ford Mustang, N/A, factory-installed compatible with A/C.
• Fits 1971 Mercury Cougar, N/A, factory-installed compatible with A/C.
• Fits 1972 Mercury Cougar, N/A, with one Mount Brackets; with Factory Installed A/C.
• Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Montego, N/A, factory-installed compatible with A/C.
• Fits 1972-1974 Mercury Montego, N/A, with one Mount Brackets; with Factory Installed A/C.
• Fits 1975-1976 Mercury Montego, N/A, with one Mount Brackets; Drier.

Product Details

Universal Air RD4102C is a receiver drier used in the A/C refrigerant circuit to help manage moisture and support proper system operation during service or replacement. This part number, RD4102C, is cataloged for classic Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar and Montego models with factory-installed air conditioning, making it a focused choice for restoration and HVAC maintenance work.

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

Common Repair Uses

• Replacing a leaking or corroded A/C receiver drier
• Restoring serviceability after an A/C system repair
• Addressing moisture contamination in the refrigerant circuit
• Supporting proper refrigerant flow in factory A/C systems
• Repairing HVAC issues on classic Ford Mustang, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Montego vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and factory A/C configuration before ordering. Match the mounting style and application notes shown in the fitment list, especially the listings that specify one mount bracket. Replace the receiver drier during A/C service when the system has been opened or contaminated, and follow standard evacuation and recharge procedures.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this part as a dedicated Drier line component for HVAC service applications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s original A/C setup and part number RD4102C before installation.