Chevy Impala A/C Receiver Driers & Accumulators

The A/C system of your automobile may seem rather simple. However, at a closer look, the components it incorporates and physical principles it uses turn out to be more complicated. If the system fails, finding the reason can be a challenging task. Understanding how different A/C system parts work will help a driver to pinpoint a malfunction. An accumulator and receiver drier are the components of different air conditioning systems. A vehicle uses either the one or the other. Both of them function similarly: they trap moisture and debris while the refrigerant is moving through the system. Besides, both these parts can store superfluous refrigerant.

An accumulator is located inside the A/C system using the orifice tube, whereas a receiver drier stays within the system with an expansion valve. The first is substantially larger and belongs to the low-pressure part of the system, whereas the latter is usually located in the high-pressure part. The symptoms that your Chevy Impala can manifest in case of problems associated with these components include a reduced flow of cool air coming from the ventilation system, refrigerant leaks, and rattling noise coming from the system. If you need replacement parts, our store provides a wide selection of Chevy Impala A/C receiver driers & accumulators.