Universal Air CK1457 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Select Ford and Mazda Applications

Universal Air CK1457 is a short compressor replacement kit for select 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, 1998-2000 Mazda B4000, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer applications. It is built for vehicles with fixed orifice or factory-installed A/C configurations where listed, and it follows the OE replacement format for the covered applications.

Key Features

• Short compressor replacement kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, 1998-2000 Mazda B4000, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer applications
• Application notes include fixed orifice, blue, and factory-installed A/C where specified
• Complete kit includes CO 101320C, EX 5296C, and RD 8135C
• Part number CK1457 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK1457 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC service on select Mazda and Mercury vehicles. This kit is listed for 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, 1998-2000 Mazda B4000, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer models, with fitment notes that call out fixed orifice and factory-installed A/C configurations where applicable. CK1457 is an OE replacement-style solution for these specific applications and is identified by part number CK1457 in parts catalogs and search results.

The Universal Air Short Compressor Replacement Kit line is organized around application-specific compressor service needs, helping match the correct components to the vehicle’s A/C system layout. For this listing, the included reference components are CO 101320C, EX 5296C, and RD 8135C. A condenser replacement is recommended with this service, especially when addressing compressor failure or contamination in the system.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a failed A/C compressor in listed Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer vehicles
• Restoring cooling performance when the original compressor is noisy or no longer engages
• Addressing system contamination after compressor wear or internal damage
• Correcting A/C operation issues tied to the specified fixed orifice or factory-installed A/C setup
• Supporting a proper compressor service repair on the exact application listed for CK1457

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and A/C configuration before ordering. Match the notes for fixed orifice, blue, or factory-installed A/C exactly to the vehicle being serviced. When replacing the compressor, inspect the rest of the system carefully and follow the recommendation to replace the condenser with a new condenser if contamination is present. Flush the system as needed and confirm refrigerant charge and oil specifications during reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air CK1457 is cataloged as an OE replacement-style compressor kit for the listed applications and is built around exact vehicle fitment data for Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer models.