Universal Air CK4042 A/C Compressor Kit - Front

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for GM SUVs

Universal Air CK4042 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select GM full-size SUVs with rear A/C. It is built for front-position applications on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2000 GMC Yukon, 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2000 GMC Yukon XL 2500, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits front-position applications on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac models
• Application-specific for vehicles with dual outlets and rear A/C where noted
• Complete kit includes CO 29002C, EX 5378C, EX 9708C, and RD 11010C
• Part number CK4042 for catalog and service matching

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK4042 is a replacement A/C compressor kit for select 2000 and 2002 GM trucks and SUVs. This kit covers 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2000 GMC Yukon, 2000 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2000 GMC Yukon XL 2500, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT, with fitment notes that include front-position use, rear A/C, dual outlets, fixed orifice or diode requirements depending on application, and 1st design configurations. The part number CK4042 is a direct reference point when matching the correct compressor replacement kit for these vehicles.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Reasons

• Loss of cabin cooling from compressor failure
• Incorrect A/C compressor configuration on GM front HVAC systems
• Noise or poor operation from a worn compressor assembly
• Service replacement after A/C system contamination or component wear
• Restoring rear A/C performance on supported Tahoe, Yukon, and Escalade EXT applications

Installation Notes

Verify the mounting style, outlet configuration, and electrical requirements before installation. This kit is listed for vehicles with 2 mounting holes on certain applications, and the notes call for a new condenser replacement recommendation during service. Confirm the vehicle’s design details against the fitment notes for CK4042 before ordering or installing.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air supplies this Short Compressor Replacement Kit as an application-specific HVAC service part for the listed GM vehicles. Match the part number CK4042 and the fitment notes to the vehicle’s A/C system configuration for proper selection.