Vemo V15-77-0030 A/C Expansion Valve

Overview

VEMO V15-77-0030 is an aftermarket A/C expansion valve for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is built for vehicles that use OE reference 5Q0820679C and is listed for multiple MQB-platform models, including Audi A3, S3, and Volkswagen Golf variants.

Key Features

• Aftermarket A/C expansion valve for HVAC refrigerant flow control
• Matches OE reference 5Q0820679C for direct application lookup
• Compact housing dimensions: 92 mm long, 96 mm wide, 55 mm high
• Lightweight design at 0.154 kg
• VEMO V15-77-0030 for Audi and Volkswagen climate system service

Detailed Description

This VEMO expansion valve is used in the air conditioning system to regulate refrigerant flow through the evaporator circuit. Fitment includes 2015-2016 Audi A3, A3 Quattro, and S3; 2016-2017 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron; 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, and e-Golf; 2016 Volkswagen Golf R; and 2017 Volkswagen Golf, Golf Alltrack, Golf SportWagen, GTI, and S3 applications listed with OE no. 5Q0820679C. The part number V15-77-0030 is useful when matching the correct HVAC flow restrictor for these Audi and Volkswagen models.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring refrigerant metering in the A/C system
• Addressing uneven cabin cooling performance
• Replacing a worn or restricted expansion valve
• Supporting proper evaporator operation in climate control service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify OE reference 5Q0820679C before ordering. Confirm the vehicle year, model, and listed notes such as heat pump or production-date restrictions where shown. The part number V15-77-0030 should be matched against the original valve and the vehicle’s HVAC configuration during diagnosis and replacement.

Quality Assurance

VEMO supplies aftermarket replacement parts for European vehicle systems. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 5Q0820679C) for the same application.