Common questions

Where is the AC evaporator on a Chrysler Town and Country?

Where is the AC evaporator on a Chrysler Town and Country?

Like many larger SUVs and minivans, the Chrysler Town & Country relies on two AC evaporators installed in the front and rear of the vehicle. At PartsGeek.com, we stock a selection of AC evaporators for a wide range of model years of the Chrysler Town & Country from respected brands including GPD, Four Seasons, Mopar]

How much does it cost to replace AC unit in Chrysler minivan?

Replacement AC evaporators vary in price depending on the model year of your Chrysler Town & Country and whether the unit is intended for installation in the front or the rear of your minivan. Rear evaporators range in cost from $39 to $243 and front evaporators start at $59.

Why does my Chrysler minivan not have air conditioning?

If the air conditioning in your minivan is not working, the AC evaporator might be the culprit. Like many larger SUVs and minivans, the Chrysler Town & Country relies on two AC evaporators installed in the front and rear of the vehicle.

What does an AC evaporator do in a minivan?

The AC evaporator is one of several heat exchange components in your minivan’s air conditioning system. The Chrysler Town & Country relies on front and rear evaporators made of aluminum that enclose tubes with attached fins. AC evaporators resemble small radiators and circulate refrigerant rather than coolant.

How to replace the rear AC evaporator in a minivan?

The front and rear evaporators share the same refrigerant loop, so the only way to disable the rear it to cut off the AC lines going to the rear and block them off. It’s not really ideal if you want to eventually replace the rear evaporator. Click to expand…

Is there a suitable aftermarket rear AC evaporator core replacement?

Talked to the local mechanic about replacement and he said the only place to get a full unit with the expansion valve is from the dealer. Bad news is, when he called the dealer, they’re on nationwide backorder, and no idea when they’ll come back in. We’re in the middle of summer and it’s been hot! Is there a suitable aftermarket version?

Is there a way to disable the rear evaporator?

Thanks in advance for any help. The front and rear evaporators share the same refrigerant loop, so the only way to disable the rear it to cut off the AC lines going to the rear and block them off. It’s not really ideal if you want to eventually replace the rear evaporator.

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Ruth Doyle