Universal Air RD5042C A/C Accumulator

Universal Air RD5042C A/C Accumulator

The Universal Air RD5042C is an OE-style A/C accumulator for select 1990 GM luxury coupes and sedans. It is built for direct replacement service in HVAC systems that use an accumulator on the low-pressure side of the air conditioning circuit.

Key Features

• OE-style A/C accumulator for HVAC service
• Compatible with 1990 Buick Reatta, N/A
• Compatible with 1990 Buick Riviera, N/A
• Compatible with 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, N/A
• Compatible with 1990 Cadillac Seville, N/A
• Compatible with 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, N/A
• Universal Air RD5042C part number for catalog matching

Detailed Description

Universal Air Accumulator RD5042C is listed for 1990 Buick Reatta, 1990 Buick Riviera, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, 1990 Cadillac Seville, and 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. This A/C accumulator is used in vehicle HVAC systems to support refrigerant flow management on accumulator-equipped applications and to replace a worn or damaged original unit with an OE-style service part. The RD5042C part number is useful when cross-checking the correct accumulator for these 1990 GM platforms.

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

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking or corroded A/C accumulator
• Restoring proper HVAC refrigerant circuit function
• Addressing poor cooling performance tied to accumulator failure
• Correcting moisture-related A/C system contamination concerns
• Servicing OE-style air conditioning repairs on listed GM models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original HVAC configuration before ordering. Match the RD5042C to the existing accumulator layout on the vehicle, and confirm all connections and mounting points against the removed part. For best results, have the A/C system inspected, evacuated, and recharged by a qualified technician after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies HVAC service parts for automotive air conditioning repair. The RD5042C is cataloged as an OE-style accumulator for the listed applications and should be matched to the vehicle by year, make, and model before installation.