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Universal Air CK2502 A/C Compressor Kit
Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Classic GM A/C
Universal Air CK2502 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for older GM vehicles with piston-style A/C compressor applications. It is built for specific 1980-1984 Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac fitments, including several Buick Regal, Chevrolet Caprice, and Pontiac Grand Prix applications.
Key Features
- Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C clutch and compressor service
- Fits select 1980-1984 Cadillac DeVille, Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Caprice, Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac Grand Prix, and related models
- Application-specific fitment for vehicles with fixed orifice, without tube, and 12 o'clock coil configurations where listed
- Used on piston A/C compressor systems in confirmed vehicle applications
- Universal Air CK2502 part number for catalog and service matching
Detailed Description
Universal Air CK2502 is a replacement compressor kit for select classic GM platforms that used piston A/C compressor setups. The fitment list includes 1980-1984 Cadillac DeVille, 1980-1983 Buick LeSabre, 1980-1984 Pontiac Grand Prix, 1980-1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88, and other period-correct applications. For buyers searching by vehicle, this kit is relevant for Cadillac DeVille A/C compressor replacement, Buick Regal compressor service, and Pontiac Grand Prix HVAC repair. The CK2502 part number should be matched to the exact year, make, model, and listed system notes before ordering.
Common Repair Uses
- Restoring A/C compressor operation on worn piston compressor systems
- Addressing loss of cabin cooling in supported Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models
- Replacing a failed compressor during HVAC system repair
- Correcting fitment issues on vehicles with the listed coil, orifice, or tube configurations
Installation Notes
- Verify the year, make, model, and system notes against the vehicle before installation.
- Some listed applications note that condenser replacement is recommended; inspect the condenser condition during service.
- Confirm the compressor style and mounting configuration match the vehicleβs original setup.
- Use the exact fitment notes for vehicles such as 1980-1981 Chevrolet Caprice, 1980-1981 Pontiac Firebird, and 1982-1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Quality Assurance
Universal Air CK2502 is cataloged for confirmed OE-style service applications and cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.
This part fits 79 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Cadillac | DeVille | N/A | with Fixed Orifice; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Piston Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Pontiac | Bonneville | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1984 | Pontiac | T1000 | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1983 | Buick | LeSabre | 4.1L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1983 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.0L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1983 | Buick | LeSabre | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1983 | Cadillac | DeVille | N/A | with Fixed Orifice; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Piston Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | Universal; with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Pontiac | Bonneville | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1983 | Pontiac | T1000 | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.0L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1982 | Buick | LeSabre | 4.1L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1982 | Buick | LeSabre | 4.4L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1982 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1982 | Buick | LeSabre | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1982 | Cadillac | DeVille | N/A | with Fixed Orifice; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Piston Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | Universal; with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Pontiac | Bonneville | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1982 | Pontiac | T1000 | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Buick | Century | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1981 | Buick | LeSabre | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1981 | Buick | LeSabre | 4.1L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1981 | Buick | LeSabre | 5.0L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1981 | Buick | Regal | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Cadillac | DeVille | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | Universal; with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Corvette | N/A | with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Impala | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Pontiac | Firebird | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Pontiac | LeMans | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1981 | Pontiac | T1000 | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Limited | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Base | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Estate | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Limited | 4.3L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Limited | 4.9L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Limited | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Sport | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Sport | 4.9L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Base | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Estate | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Base | 4.3L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Base | 4.9L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Estate | 4.3L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | Century | Estate | 4.9L | V8 | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Limited | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Limited | 4.9L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Limited | 4.1L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Limited | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Base | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Base | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Base | 4.9L | V8 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Limited | 5.7L | V8 | DIESEL | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Base | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Base | 4.1L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | LeSabre | Sport | 3.8L | V6 | GAS | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
| 1980 | Buick | Regal | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Cadillac | DeVille | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Caprice | N/A | Universal; with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Corvette | N/A | with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Impala | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Custom Cruiser | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Delta 88 | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Pontiac | Firebird | N/A | without Tube; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Pontiac | Grand Am | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | N/A | with 12 O'Clock Coil; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit | ||||
| 1980 | Pontiac | LeMans | N/A | Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 11184MC-KTC,EX 5151C,RD 5000C; Piston A/C Compressor; Short Compressor Replacement Kit |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.