Universal Air CK1454 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Ranger and Explorer

Universal Air CK1454 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It is built for vehicles using a fixed orifice setup and is listed for multiple Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, B3000, B4000, and Mountaineer fitments.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits select 1998-2011 Ford Ranger applications, including 2002-2009 Ranger with fixed orifice and 2010-2011 Ranger
• Fits 1998-2001 Ford Explorer and 2001 Ford Explorer Sport
• Fits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac with fixed orifice
• Fits 1998-2005 Mazda B4000, 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer with fixed orifice
• Complete kit includes CO 101320C, EX 1000C, and RD 8135C
• Recommended condenser replacement noted for this application

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK1454 is a replacement A/C compressor kit for vehicles that use the short compressor configuration. It is listed for Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Explorer Sport, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer applications across the 1998-2011 model years. For fitment-specific service, this kit is identified for fixed orifice systems where noted, making it a direct reference for buyers searching for a Ford Ranger A/C compressor kit or an Explorer Sport Trac compressor replacement.

This part cross-references common service components CO 101320C, EX 1000C, and RD 8135C for the same application. Part number CK1454 is also a useful search reference when sourcing a short compressor replacement kit for Mazda B4000 or Mercury Mountaineer HVAC repair.

Common Problems This Kit Addresses

• Loss of A/C cooling performance
• Compressor replacement on short-style HVAC systems
• Service needs on fixed orifice A/C configurations
• Repair planning for Ford Ranger and Explorer-family air conditioning systems
• Replacement of worn compressor-related components during A/C overhaul

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and system configuration before ordering. This kit is listed for fixed orifice applications where noted, and the product notes recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during service. Confirm the existing compressor style and match the application to the vehicle-specific fitment shown for CK1454.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies CK1454 as a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for the listed applications and provides fitment-specific coverage for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.