Help your air conditioning pull heat and moisture out of the cabin air with the DENSO A/C Evaporator Core, part number 476-0012. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2003-2005 Toyota Echo, 2004-2006 Scion xA and 2004-2006 Scion xB (all engines), and the listed applications use one core each.
The evaporator is where refrigerant absorbs heat from the air moving through the HVAC system. It cools and dries that air before it reaches the vents, so evaporator performance is essential to proper air-conditioning performance. DENSO draws on its OE experience and its work in evaporator technology. Its evaporator configurations, tanks, fin pitch, core dimensions and materials are made to OE manufacturers' rigid specifications.
- Heat exchange: thin tubes and short fins are designed to boost heat transfer, and separate flow paths reduce pressure loss.
- Corrosion resistance: a zinc layer adds protection against corrosion.
- Drainage: fin slits improve drainage for efficient, lightweight cooling.
- Tested: every DENSO First Time Fit® evaporator must pass DENSO's strict durability and function tests.
Signs an evaporator may need replacing include A/C that blows warmer than it should, or a refrigerant leak traced to the core. Diagnose the cause before replacing it, because other A/C components can produce the same symptoms. Installing the core means opening the refrigerant circuit. Recover the refrigerant with proper equipment first, then evacuate and recharge the system as the vehicle service information directs.
Country of origin: Japan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an A/C evaporator core do?
Refrigerant flowing through the core absorbs heat from the air passing over it. This cools and dehumidifies the air before it reaches the cabin vents.
Which vehicles is DENSO 476-0012 listed for?
It is listed for the 2003-2005 Toyota Echo, 2004-2006 Scion xA and 2004-2006 Scion xB with all engines. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your vehicle.
What design features does this evaporator have?
Thin tubes and short fins aid heat exchange, and separate flow paths reduce pressure loss. A zinc layer adds corrosion resistance, and fin slits improve drainage.
What should I know before installing this evaporator core?
Recover the refrigerant with proper equipment before opening the system, then evacuate and recharge it afterward. Follow the vehicle service information for the full procedure.
What are signs the evaporator may need replacing?
Warmer-than-normal A/C output or a refrigerant leak traced to the core are possible signs. Diagnose the cause first, since other A/C components can produce the same symptoms.
