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Part #: AK2148

Universal Air AK2148 A/C System Repair Kit

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Universal Air AK2148 A/C System Repair Kit

Universal Air AK2148 is an ancillary A/C system repair kit for select Ford and Mercury applications with an orifice in the liquid line. It is built for 1989-1993 Ford Thunderbird and 1989-1990 Mercury Cougar models, giving technicians the parts needed to service the air conditioning system with the correct application match.

Key Features

  • Ancillary A/C system repair kit for service work on the vehicle air conditioning system
  • Fits 1990-1993 Ford Thunderbird, N/A, with orifice in liquid line
  • Fits 1989 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
  • Fits 1990 Mercury Cougar, N/A, with orifice in liquid line
  • Fits 1989 Mercury Cougar, N/A
  • Complete kit includes HA 9142C, RD 1577C, and RS 2520
  • Part number AK2148 for application-specific A/C repair ordering

Detailed Description

Universal Air AK2148 is an A/C system repair kit from the Ancillary Kit product line, made for select Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar vehicles. This kit is specified for 1989-1993 Ford Thunderbird and 1989-1990 Mercury Cougar applications, including models with an orifice in the liquid line where noted. The included component references HA 9142C, RD 1577C, and RS 2520 help identify the correct service package for the listed vehicles. Use AK2148 when servicing the air conditioning system on these Thunderbird and Cougar applications and when matching the vehicle’s original A/C configuration.

Common A/C Service Uses

  • Replacing worn or damaged A/C repair components in the listed Ford and Mercury vehicles
  • Addressing refrigerant loss caused by aging seals or related system wear
  • Restoring proper A/C system function after component service
  • Correcting fitment issues on vehicles with an orifice in the liquid line

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and liquid-line orifice configuration before ordering. Compare the existing A/C components to the kit references listed for AK2148 to verify application match. Professional A/C service procedures and system evacuation/recharge equipment are recommended for installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies application-specific A/C service parts for automotive repair use. AK2148 is cataloged for the listed Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar fitments to support accurate parts selection.

This part fits 7 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1993FordThunderbirdSuper Coupe3.8LV6N/Awith Orifice in Liquid Line; Complete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1992FordThunderbirdSuper Coupe3.8LV6N/Awith Orifice in Liquid Line; Complete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1991FordThunderbirdSuper Coupe3.8LV6N/Awith Orifice in Liquid Line; Complete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1990FordThunderbirdSuper Coupe3.8LV6N/Awith Orifice in Liquid Line; Complete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1990MercuryCougarXR-73.8LV6N/Awith Orifice in Liquid Line; Complete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1989FordThunderbirdSuper Coupe3.8LV6N/AComplete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit
1989MercuryCougarXR-73.8LV6N/AComplete Kit Includes #(s) HA 9142C,RD 1577C,RS 2520; Ancillary Kit

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.