Universal Air CK3642 A/C Compressor Kit - Front

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for OE Fitment

Universal Air CK3642 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select GM minivan applications that use a fixed orifice tube and no rear A/C. It is built for direct OE-style replacement on the listed Oldsmobile Silhouette, Pontiac Montana, and Pontiac Trans Sport applications.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits 1997-2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette, N/A, with fixed orifice and without rear A/C
• Fits 1999-2000 Pontiac Montana, front
• Fits 1997-1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, N/A, with fixed orifice and without rear A/C
• Complete kit includes CO 20458C, EX 4103C, and RD 1792C
• OE replacement for applications referencing OE part number 15-30973
• Universal Air CK3642 is listed for the 1997-2000 model years shown in fitment

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK3642 is a short compressor replacement kit for HVAC repair on select Oldsmobile Silhouette, Pontiac Montana, and Pontiac Trans Sport vehicles. The fitment data identifies fixed-orifice, no-rear-A/C configurations where applicable, making this a focused replacement for the listed factory applications. This part cross-references OE part number 15-30973 for the same application.

The Short Compressor Replacement Kit product line is aimed at compressor-related service where the original system layout uses a short compressor configuration. For these GM minivan applications, the kit is listed with complete kit components CO 20458C, EX 4103C, and RD 1792C, and the notes recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during service.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring A/C compressor operation on a failed OE unit
• Addressing loss of cooling performance in fixed-orifice systems
• Repairing compressor-related noise or seizure
• Correcting refrigerant circulation issues tied to compressor wear
• Servicing GM minivan HVAC systems with no rear A/C

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and HVAC configuration before ordering. This kit is listed for 1997-2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 1999-2000 Pontiac Montana, and 1997-1998 Pontiac Trans Sport applications shown above. The fitment notes call for fixed-orifice systems where specified and no rear A/C where specified, and they recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during the repair.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this CK3642 kit as an OE replacement application for the listed vehicles and compressor system layout. Confirm the OE reference and fitment notes against the vehicle before installation.