Universal Air CK3648 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for GM A/C Repair

Universal Air CK3648 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select GM vehicles with front A/C compressor service needs. It is built for applications that require a complete compressor-related replacement path, including the Buick Century, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Pontiac Grand Prix.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C clutch and compressor service
• Fits 1999-2005 Buick Century, N/A
• Fits 2002-2003 Chevrolet Impala, N/A, 2nd Design
• Fits 2001-2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A, 2nd Design
• Fits 2002-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, N/A
• Complete kit includes CO 20458C, EX 31053C, and RD 1792C
• General Motors porous plastic PPOT orifice tube replacement noted for applicable vehicles
• Part number CK3648 for catalog and service matching

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK3648 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for GM A/C systems that need a compressor-focused repair solution. This kit is listed for 1999-2005 Buick Century, 2002-2003 Chevrolet Impala, 2001-2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and 2002-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, with notes for 2nd design applications where specified. The part number CK3648 is useful when matching the correct service kit for these Buick Century, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and Pontiac Grand Prix applications.

The kit is identified as including CO 20458C, EX 31053C, and RD 1792C. For listed GM applications, the notes also call out condenser replacement and porous plastic PPOT orifice tube replacement where applicable.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring A/C compressor function after compressor failure
• Addressing poor cooling caused by worn compressor-related components
• Replacing parts during a GM short compressor service on listed vehicles
• Correcting system issues tied to the specified PPOT orifice tube application
• Supporting repair work on 2nd design Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and design note before ordering. Match the listed application details exactly, especially the 2nd design callouts for Chevrolet Impala and Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The fitment notes recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser on applicable vehicles, and the GM porous plastic PPOT orifice tube replacement note should be followed where specified. Confirm system compatibility before A/C service begins.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air CK3648 is cataloged as a dedicated replacement kit for the listed GM applications and is organized for direct fitment lookup by year, make, model, and design note. Part number CK3648 helps ensure accurate identification during compressor-related A/C repair.