Universal Air RD7188C A/C Accumulator
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Universal Air RD7188C A/C Accumulator

Brand Universal Air RD7188C
Product line Accumulator
Fits Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 21 vehicles

A/C accumulator. Helps protect the system by separating and storing refrigerant oil and moisture.

Accumulator line. Built for HVAC systems that need reliable refrigerant management.

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Universal Air RD7188C A/C Accumulator

The Universal Air RD7188C is an A/C accumulator for factory-installed air conditioning systems on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln full-size cars. It is a direct-fit HVAC service part for vehicles that use an accumulator-style A/C layout, including applications such as the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Mercury Colony Park, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car.

Key Features

  • Brand: Universal Air
  • Brand line: Accumulator
  • Part number: RD7188C
  • Category: HVAC A/C accumulator / receiver drier
  • Built for factory-installed compatible A/C systems
  • Application-specific fitment for select 1986-1991 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models

Fitment Details

  • Fits 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, N/A; factory-installed compatible with A/C; accumulator.
  • Fits 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, N/A; factory-installed compatible with A/C; accumulator.
  • Fits 1986-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A; factory-installed compatible with A/C; accumulator.
  • Fits 1988-1990 Lincoln Town Car, N/A; accumulator.
  • Fits 1986-1987 Lincoln Town Car, N/A; aluminum; accumulator.

What It Is Used For

  • Restoring proper refrigerant storage in an accumulator-style A/C system
  • Replacing a leaking or saturated A/C accumulator
  • Addressing poor cooling performance caused by moisture-contaminated refrigerant components
  • Supporting service work on Ford LTD Crown Victoria A/C systems
  • Supporting service work on Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car HVAC systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s A/C system layout before ordering, since this part is for accumulator-style applications only. Confirm the part number RD7188C against the original unit and inspect related A/C components for contamination or leakage during service. For best results, evacuate and recharge the system according to factory procedures after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air RD7188C is cataloged as a dedicated accumulator-line HVAC service part for the listed Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Related reading

This part fits 21 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1991FordLTD Crown VictoriaN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1991MercuryColony ParkN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1991MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1990FordLTD Crown VictoriaN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1990LincolnTown CarN/AAccumulator
1990MercuryColony ParkN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1990MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1989FordLTD Crown VictoriaN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1989LincolnTown CarN/AAccumulator
1989MercuryColony ParkN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1989MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1988FordLTD Crown VictoriaN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1988LincolnTown CarN/AAccumulator
1988MercuryColony ParkN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1988MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1987FordLTD Crown VictoriaN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1987LincolnTown CarN/AAluminum; Accumulator
1987MercuryColony ParkN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1987MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator
1986LincolnTown CarN/AAluminum; Accumulator
1986MercuryGrand MarquisN/AFactory-installed compatible with A/C.; Accumulator