The accumulator has a similar function to the receiver drier, but works on the gaseous side of the A/C loop. The accumulator protects the system components. It is located on the low-pressure side of the circuit between the evaporator outlet and the compressor suction port. The accumulator has different roles:

The orifice tube is a tube with a given length and cross-section which expands the refrigerant but, unlike the expansion valve, it is unable to regulate flow rate and superheating.

The orifice tube is always associated with an accumulator at the evaporator outlet. Orifice tubes are made up of three main parts:

• A metal tube with a chamfered inlet
• A plastic tube body
• An inlet and outlet filter If the A/C loop is contaminated, then the orifice tube becomes clogged. In this case, replace the orifice tube.

Brake pads are the most sensitive friction part in a braking system, between all the constraints from the brake discs and the piston of the calliper. Focusing on quality and innovation, Valeo provides 98% of the European car range with its knowledge as a premium supplier in the automotive industry, with solutions dedicated to the aftermarket. When a car brakes, the most important safety element in a braking system is smaller than the surface of a hand:

Brake shoes kits used to be fitted in both axles of cars. Due to the evolution in term of braking power needs and new technologies, these products are only dedicated to the rear axle of the cars. Also for reasons of braking power, this range of products is only fitted on small, urban vehicles. The Valeo Brake rear range is composed of over 690 references covering all the range of vehicles: French, German, Asian, etc. All Valeo Rear brake suppliers fulfil the strict standards given by Valeo to produce their products.

The water pump is a centrifugal pump. It maintains the engine’s temperature below the overheating temperature. When the engine is running, the pump forces the coolant flow. A belt connects the crankshaft of the engine water pump to supply the pump engagement. The water pump is located in front of the engine and is driven by the timing belt or accessory belt. Valeo provides you with a complete selection, with 86% coverage of the European car range and more than 550 multi-application part numbers. O.E.