Is a fault here a safety issue?

Not for driving safety, but it significantly reduces the air-con’s cooling effectiveness.

Does the system need recharging after replacing the valve?

Yes, the system definitely needs vacuuming and recharging with refrigerant by a specialist.

A sturdy metal housing with a precise regulating mechanism.

Our catalog has a wide range of this part type for all popular brands and models, including VAG (VW, Audi, Škoda), Opel, Toyota, and more.

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This expansion valve controls refrigerant flow just before the evaporator, dropping its pressure and temperature for effective cooling.

Our catalog has a wide range of this part type for all popular brands and models, including VAG (VW, Audi, Škoda), Opel, Toyota, and more.

Mounts ahead of the evaporator — needs the system vacuumed and recharged with refrigerant afterward.

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A classic sign of a clogged or stuck expansion valve, which makes the refrigerant expand sharply at one point, causing local icing.