Universal Air CK1412 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Escort and Tracer

Universal Air CK1412 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications with a fixed orifice system. It is built for direct-fit HVAC service on the listed vehicles and supports A/C compressor replacement on the specified model years.

Key Features

• Brand: Universal Air
• Brand line: Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Part number: CK1412
• Category: HVAC A/C clutch and compressor
• Fits Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications with fixed orifice configurations
• Compatible With: 1994-2002 Ford Escort and 1995-1999 Mercury Tracer, depending on year and configuration

Fitment Details

• Fits 2000-2002 Ford Escort, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 101300C, EX 3000C, RD 2148SC; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1997 Ford Escort, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 101300C, EX 3000C, RD 2148SC; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1998-1999 Ford Escort, N/A; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 101300C, EX 3000C, RD 2148SC; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1995-1999 Mercury Tracer, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 101300C, EX 3000C, RD 2148SC; OE Replacement; Orange; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1994-1996 Ford Escort, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 101300C, EX 3000C, RD 2148SC; Orange; Short Compressor Replacement Kit

What This Kit Helps Address

• Loss of A/C compressor function on listed Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer vehicles
• Service replacement for vehicles using a fixed orifice HVAC setup
• Repair needs tied to compressor-related cooling performance issues
• Restoration of A/C system operation after compressor failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and fixed orifice configuration before ordering. Match the existing HVAC layout and confirm the listed application details for Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer models. The part number CK1412 should be checked against the vehicle’s original compressor replacement requirements during service.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies this Short Compressor Replacement Kit as an OE-style service part for the listed applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.