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Expansion Valve (Orifice Tube) Replacement Service

How much does a Expansion Valve (Orifice Tube) Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Chrysler 300M Expansion Valve (Orifice Tube) Replacement is $337 with $156 for parts and $180 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2000 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$530.74Shop/Dealer Price$627.81 - $876.26
2004 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$565.72Shop/Dealer Price$681.07 - $984.27
1999 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$492.74Shop/Dealer Price$589.84 - $838.31
2003 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$565.72Shop/Dealer Price$681.02 - $984.20
2002 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$492.74Shop/Dealer Price$589.87 - $838.36
2001 Chrysler 300MV6-3.5LService typeExpansion Valve (Orifice Tube) ReplacementEstimate$492.74Shop/Dealer Price$589.84 - $838.31
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What is the Expansion Valve (Orifice Tube) all about?

The air conditioning system in your vehicle depends on the refrigerant that circulates in the A/C system. In particular, the evaporator core inside the passenger compartment requires a specific, metered amount of refrigerant in order to efficiently cool the interior. The expansion valve, also known as an orifice tube in some designs, regulates the pressure of refrigerant that enters the evaporator. The tube is also where liquid refrigerant under pressure converts to a gaseous form. The gaseous refrigerant absorbs heat from air passing through the evaporator core and carries it to the condenser where the heat is removed.

In a situation where the orifice tube is either blocked or stuck open, the air conditioning will not cool properly. Too much refrigerant will cause frost on the core and prevent air from passing through to cool the air temperature. Too little refrigerant passing through the evaporator means not enough heat is absorbed and the interior is insufficiently cooled. In either situation, you may need to replace the expansion valve/orifice tube.

Keep in mind:

  • Air conditioning work needs to be completed by a trained and licensed professional in nearly all circumstances because refrigerants are regulated substances.
  • It is possible for the expansion valve to become blocked by excessive moisture in the air conditioning system, which would indicate a receiver/drier problem.

How it's done:

  • The AC refrigerant is removed from the system
  • The defective expansion valve is removed
  • The new expansion valve is installed
  • The a/c system is recharged with refrigerant
  • The a/c system is tested for leaks and proper operation

Our recommendation:

Whenever air conditioning repairs or refrigerant recharges are performed, have the expansion valve inspected for proper operation. If the expansion valve is not opening or closing properly, you may need one of our expert technicians to replace the expansion valve or orifice tube.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Expansion Valve (Orifice Tube)?

  • Air conditioning doesn’t cool sufficiently
  • Air conditioning expansion valve is frosty but the air conditioning isn’t blowing cold air

How important is this service?

Air conditioning is a comfort item in a vehicle, not a safety issue. However, the air conditioning also removes moisture in the air for the defrost setting to clear your windows. If the air conditioning is not working properly, your vision may be impaired in humid or very cold weather.

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Whitney
39 years of experience
Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L - Car is overheating - Palo Alto, California
I was beginning to lose all hope for my car. I have been in and out of the shop for the same issues too many times this past year. My car was about two bad experiences away from being on craigslist. The issue this time was overheating. My car was bubbling under the hood and steamed a few times. A roommate of mine used Your Mechanic in the past and suggested I check it out. I scheduled an appointment and received a quote. I thought the mechanic was just coming to diagnose the issue on that day. The day of the appointment Master Technician Whitney arrived right on time. After I explained the issues, he quickly listed possible causes. He checked a few and spotted a dead fan. He quickly assessed why the fan wasn't working and took a trip to the auto parts store. 20 minutes later he was back with everything he needs to fix it. After he fixed the fan and added the coolant, he noticed a weird sound in the engine. He found a tube that was not connected to wherever it was supposed to, so he fixed that as well. There was another issue he fixed before everything was working and sounding great. Throughout the entire experience Whitney explained to me what was going on with my car and what he was doing to remedy it. He was friendly and very positive. I am now more hopeful about my car because I know if something goes wrong, they have me covered. My only complaint is not being able to give him more than 5 stars.

Peter

36 years of experience
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Peter
36 years of experience
Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L - AC Compressor - Gilbert, Arizona
Peter fixed my A/C so it's running nice and cold now. Although there was a problem with my parts which made him late by 2 hrs. He called me to let me know what was going on repeatedly during the 2 hours. Luckily my schedule could accommodate the delay so it was no problem. The important part was the continuous communication without leaving me hanging.

Luke

16 years of experience
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Luke
16 years of experience
Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L - Radiator - Fenton, Missouri
This was my first time ever using a mobile Machanic I had Luke he was on time ,very nice , explained everything he was doing and listened without judgement I don't know much about cars but he made me feel very comfortable for asking questions Luke was professional and honest he did a great job and very reasonable prices I have to admit my car is never easy to work on but Luke did awesome thank you sir I do recommend Luke I couldn't ask for a better first time experience thank you from Jamie , Fenton MO .

Tyrone

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Tyrone
11 years of experience
Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L - Grinding sound from transmission - Washington, District of Columbia
Excellent job. He figured out what was wrong in less than 20 minutes. He will be my main mechanic & the prices are half of what it costs at the shop.

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