How to Replace an Expansion Valve in an Air Conditioning System on Dodge Caravan?

Have the air conditioning system refrigerant discharged and recovered by an air conditioning technician. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Remove the air filter housing. Remove the right drain tube from the windshield wiper assembly for access to the valve. Remove the nut securing both line fittings to the valve and remove the lines while discarding the seals. Plug all openings quickly to minimize contamination. Remove the mounting fasteners for the valve and then remove the valve while discarding any other seals. Again, plug all openings. Note: On models equipped with a temperature sensor mounted lo the expansion valve, remove the electrical connector from it and then remove the sensor fasteners and sensor. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to install new 0- rings onto the line fittings and lightly coat them with the correct refrigerant oil. Note: Only use O-rings that are designed specifically for A/C system applications. Have the system evacuated, recharged and leak tested by the shop that discharged it. Remove the rear heating and air conditioning housing. Carefully remove the foam insulation from around the expansion valve. Remove the nut that holds one line fitting to the valve and remove the line while discarding the seal. Plug all openings quickly to minimize contamination. Remove the fasteners that hold the other line fitting and plate to the valve, separate it from the valve and then remove the valve while discarding any seals. Again, plug all openings. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to install new 0- rings onto the line fittings and lightly coat them with the correct refrigerant oil. Note: Only use O-rings that are designed specifically for A/C system applications. Have the system evacuated, recharged and leak tested by the shop that discharged it.

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Dodge Caravan Valve-A/C Expansion
Part Number: 4798682
$70.12 MSRP: $92.77
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve A/C Expansion; Expansion Valve
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996 Dodge Caravan | Base, LE, SE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-Expansion
Part Number: 5019218AE
$177.76 MSRP: $265.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion; Expansion Valve
- Replaces: 5019218AC, 5019218AB, 5019218AD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2004 Dodge Caravan | C/V, EC, SE, SXT, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-Expansion
Part Number: 5019218AC
$177.76 MSRP: $265.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion
- Replaced by: 5019218AE
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2003 Dodge Caravan | C/V, EC, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-Expansion
Part Number: 5019218AD
$177.76 MSRP: $265.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion
- Replaced by: 5019218AE
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003 Dodge Caravan | C/V, EC, SE | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-A/C Expansion
Part Number: 5136101AB
$146.71 MSRP: $276.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion; Expansion Valve
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Dodge Caravan | C/V, SE, SXT | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-H Type
Part Number: 4796464
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- Other Name: Valve, A/C Expansion (H-Type) w/Low Pressure Switch, Stamped 4462132
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992 Dodge Caravan | Base, C/V (Long Wheel Base VAN) FWD, C/V (Short Wheel Base VAN) FWD, LE FWD, SE FWD | 6 Cyl 3.0L
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Dodge Caravan A/C Expansion
Part Number: 4882342
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve A/C Expansion
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2000 Dodge Caravan | Base, LE, SE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, Electric Motor
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Dodge Caravan Valve-Expansion
Part Number: 5136101AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Dodge Caravan | C/V, SE, Sport, SXT | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-LPCO & Exp
Part Number: 4176999
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve, A/C. Expansion, H-Type; Expansion Valve
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1992 Dodge Caravan | Base, C/V (Long Wheel Base VAN) FWD, C/V (Short Wheel Base VAN) FWD, LE FWD, SE FWD | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.0L
- 1984-1985 Dodge Caravan | 4 Cyl 2.2L, 4 Cyl 2.6L
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Dodge Caravan Valve-Expansion
Part Number: 5189088AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Kit Expansion Includes: Valve to Evaporator O-Rings; Expansion Valve
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2007 Dodge Caravan | C/V, SE, SXT | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.3L

Dodge Caravan A/C Expansion Valve

The A/C Expansion Valve in Dodge Caravan automobiles is another important component in the vehicular air conditioning system because it oversees the distribution of refrigerant within this system. This component controls the flow of the refrigerant to impose efficiency and functionality of the A/C system. In the Dodge Caravans manufactured through the years, a number of A/C Expansion Valves have also been fitted depending on the operational requirements. The differences among the said styles may pertain to its design and utility to suit the purpose of improving the vehicle's cooling system. In conclusion, the A/C Expansion Valve plays a critical role of ensuring proper regulation of the refrigerant within the automotive cabin so as to provide comfortable climatic conditions for passengers.

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Q: How to Replace an Expansion Valve in an Air Conditioning System on Dodge Caravan?
A: Have the air conditioning system refrigerant discharged and recovered by an air conditioning technician. Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. Remove the air filter housing. Remove the right drain tube from the windshield wiper assembly for access to the valve. Remove the nut securing both line fittings to the valve and remove the lines while discarding the seals. Plug all openings quickly to minimize contamination. Remove the mounting fasteners for the valve and then remove the valve while discarding any other seals. Again, plug all openings. Note: On models equipped with a temperature sensor mounted lo the expansion valve, remove the electrical connector from it and then remove the sensor fasteners and sensor. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to install new 0- rings onto the line fittings and lightly coat them with the correct refrigerant oil. Note: Only use O-rings that are designed specifically for A/C system applications. Have the system evacuated, recharged and leak tested by the shop that discharged it. Remove the rear heating and air conditioning housing. Carefully remove the foam insulation from around the expansion valve. Remove the nut that holds one line fitting to the valve and remove the line while discarding the seal. Plug all openings quickly to minimize contamination. Remove the fasteners that hold the other line fitting and plate to the valve, separate it from the valve and then remove the valve while discarding any seals. Again, plug all openings. Installation is the reverse of removal. Be sure to install new 0- rings onto the line fittings and lightly coat them with the correct refrigerant oil. Note: Only use O-rings that are designed specifically for A/C system applications. Have the system evacuated, recharged and leak tested by the shop that discharged it.

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