B3A16

A/C Refrigerant Distribution Valve B Actuator Temperature Range/Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Insufficient interior cooling
Uneven operation of the air conditioner
Noises during operation of the air conditioning system

Causes

Valve actuator malfunction
Problems in the electrical circuit (open, short circuit)
Incorrect signals from the control unit
Valve is dirty or clogged

How to Fix

Check the electrical circuit of the actuator
Check the operation of the actuator
Replace faulty actuator if necessary
Clean or replace refrigerant distribution valve

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