Universal Air CK3345 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for GM A/C Repair

Universal Air CK3345 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select 1996-1997 Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles with fixed orifice systems. It is built for OE replacement service on the Buick LeSabre, Oldsmobile 88, Oldsmobile LSS, Oldsmobile Regency, Pontiac Bonneville, Buick Park Avenue, and Oldsmobile 98.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for A/C compressor service
• OE replacement application for select GM full-size sedans
• Fits vehicles with fixed orifice systems where noted
• Includes components referenced as CO 20195C, EX 5151C, and RD 1685C
• Recommended condenser replacement noted for these applications
• Part number CK3345 for ordering and catalog lookup

Fitment Details

• Fits 1996-1997 Buick LeSabre, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1996 Buick Park Avenue, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1996-1997 Oldsmobile 88, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1996-1997 Oldsmobile LSS, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1997 Oldsmobile Regency, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1996 Oldsmobile 98, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; OE Replacement; Short Compressor Replacement Kit
• Fits 1996-1997 Pontiac Bonneville, N/A; Complete Kit Includes #(s) CO 20195C,EX 5151C,RD 1685C; Recommend replacing condenser with new condenser; Short Compressor Replacement Kit

What This Kit Helps Address

• Loss of A/C cooling performance in the compressor circuit
• Compressor replacement on GM vehicles with fixed orifice systems
• Service needs tied to contaminated or worn A/C components
• Repair planning when the condenser is being replaced at the same time
• Fitment-specific compressor kit selection for Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle uses a fixed orifice setup before ordering CK3345. For these applications, the catalog notes recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during service. Confirm the vehicle year, make, and model against the fitment list before installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies CK3345 as an OE replacement short compressor replacement kit for the listed GM applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.