Universal Air RD5048C A/C Accumulator

Universal Air RD5048C A/C Accumulator

Universal Air RD5048C is an A/C accumulator for select GM full-size cars from 1991-1993. It is listed for Buick LeSabre, Buick Park Avenue, Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Fleetwood, Oldsmobile 98, Oldsmobile 88, and Pontiac Bonneville applications with the specified HVAC configuration.

Key Features

• A/C accumulator for HVAC refrigerant system service
• Fits 1991-1993 Buick Park Avenue, accumulator
• Fits 1992-1993 Buick LeSabre, accumulator
• Fits 1991-1993 Cadillac DeVille, accumulator
• Fits 1991-1992 Cadillac Fleetwood, accumulator
• Fits 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood, with switch port; accumulator
• Fits 1993 Cadillac 60 Special, accumulator
• Fits 1991-1993 Oldsmobile 98, accumulator
• Fits 1992-1993 Oldsmobile 88, accumulator
• Fits 1992-1993 Pontiac Bonneville, accumulator
• Part number RD5048C for application matching and catalog lookup

Detailed Description

The Universal Air accumulator RD5048C is used in the air conditioning system to store and condition refrigerant flow on the low-pressure side of the HVAC circuit. This part is cataloged for 1991-1993 Buick Park Avenue and LeSabre, 1991-1993 Cadillac DeVille, 1991-1992 and 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1993 Cadillac 60 Special, 1991-1993 Oldsmobile 98, 1992-1993 Oldsmobile 88, and 1992-1993 Pontiac Bonneville. Use RD5048C when replacing a worn or leaking accumulator on these listed vehicles.

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

Common Repair Uses

• Restores refrigerant storage in the A/C system
• Addresses leaks at the accumulator assembly
• Helps correct poor cooling performance after HVAC service
• Replaces a damaged unit on GM full-size sedan applications
• Supports repair of a contaminated or moisture-exposed A/C circuit

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and HVAC configuration before ordering. For 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood, confirm the switch port requirement listed in the fitment data. Replace the accumulator during A/C system service according to the vehicle service procedure, and evacuate and recharge the system after installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air RD5048C is cataloged as a direct-fit A/C accumulator for the listed applications, with fitment defined by the vehicle data provided here.