Universal Air CK5321 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Astro and Safari

Universal Air CK5321 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari applications. It is built for vehicles with a Sanden A/C compressor or fixed orifice setup and without rear A/C, making it a focused solution for common front-system service needs.

The CK5321 kit is part of Universal Air’s Short Compressor Replacement Kit line, which groups the compressor replacement components needed for a streamlined A/C repair on the listed applications.

Key Features

• Fits 1996-2001 Chevrolet Astro, N/A, with Sanden A/C Compressor; without Rear A/C
• Fits 1996-2001 GMC Safari, N/A, with Fixed Orifice; without Rear A/C
• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Includes components referenced as CO 4390C, EX 5151C, and RD 1756C
• Recommended condenser replacement noted for the listed applications
• Part number CK5321 for catalog and service matching

Detailed Description

Universal Air CK5321 is an A/C compressor kit for 1996-2001 Chevrolet Astro and 1996-2001 GMC Safari models with the specified front A/C configurations. Use this kit when servicing vehicles that match the listed compressor and orifice requirements and do not have rear A/C. The part number CK5321 is useful when cross-checking the correct compressor replacement kit for these vans.

This part cross-references common service references CO 4390C and EX 5151C for the same application. For fitment-based searches, this is a Chevrolet Astro A/C compressor kit and GMC Safari compressor replacement kit for the 1996-2001 model years.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or failed A/C compressor assembly on the listed Astro and Safari applications
• Restoring cooling performance after compressor seizure or internal wear
• Addressing refrigerant circulation issues tied to compressor failure
• Correcting A/C system noise associated with compressor damage
• Supporting repair of front A/C systems without rear A/C

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s compressor type and rear A/C configuration before ordering. The fitment notes call for a Sanden A/C compressor on Chevrolet Astro and a fixed orifice setup on GMC Safari. The notes also recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during service, and the listed component references should be matched to the vehicle’s existing A/C system before installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies CK5321 as part of its Short Compressor Replacement Kit line for the listed applications. Confirm all system details against the vehicle before installation to ensure the correct A/C compressor kit is selected.