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Part #: AK2538

Universal Air AK2538 A/C System Repair Kit

Ancillary Kit
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Fitment: Cadillac, Commercial Chassis, DeVille, and Fleetwood
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Universal Air AK2538 A/C Repair Kit

Universal Air AK2538 is an ancillary A/C system repair kit for select Cadillac full-size applications. It is built for 1986-1988 Cadillac Commercial Chassis without rear A/C, 1987-1988 Cadillac DeVille without rear A/C, and 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood without rear A/C.

Key Features

  • Ancillary kit for A/C system repair work
  • Application-specific coverage for select Cadillac models
  • Fits 1986-1988 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, without rear A/C
  • Fits 1987-1988 Cadillac DeVille, without rear A/C
  • Fits 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, without rear A/C
  • Universal Air part number AK2538 for catalog matching and service lookup

Product Details

This Universal Air Ancillary Kit is intended for A/C service on select Cadillac vehicles where the system configuration matches the listed fitment. The AK2538 part number is associated with 1986-1988 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, 1987-1988 Cadillac DeVille, and 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood applications that do not use rear A/C. For buyers searching for Cadillac DeVille A/C system repair kit or Cadillac Fleetwood A/C service parts, AK2538 provides a direct fitment reference for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common A/C Issues Addressed

  • Leaking or worn A/C service components in the listed Cadillac applications
  • System repair needs tied to front-only A/C configurations
  • Restoration work on older Cadillac Commercial Chassis, DeVille, or Fleetwood models
  • Part-number matching for Cadillac A/C repair service

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and rear A/C configuration before ordering. This kit is listed for vehicles without rear A/C only, so confirm the existing system layout against the fitment notes. Use the AK2538 catalog reference during parts lookup to match the correct application.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies this as an Ancillary Kit for A/C system repair applications. Fitment is limited to the Cadillac models and years listed above, so confirming the vehicle configuration is the key quality check before installation.

This part fits 9 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1988CadillacCommercial ChassisN/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1988CadillacDeVilleN/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1987CadillacCommercial ChassisN/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1987CadillacDeVilleN/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1986CadillacCommercial ChassisN/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1986CadillacFleetwood754.1LV8N/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1986CadillacFleetwoodBase4.1LV8N/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1986CadillacFleetwood75 Formal4.1LV8N/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit
1986CadillacFleetwoodBrougham Commercial Chassis4.1LV8N/Awithout Rear A/C; Complete Kit Includes #(s) EX 5151C,RD 8815C,RS 2543; Ancillary Kit

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

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.