Universal Air CK5982 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Audi A3

Universal Air CK5982 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select Audi A3, A3 Quattro, S3, TT Quattro, and TTS Quattro applications. It is built for vehicles that need a complete A/C compressor service solution and is listed with OE reference 5Q0816679B on select Audi A3 coverage.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits 2014-2018 Audi A3 applications, including select OE-numbered coverage
• Fits 2015-2017 Audi A3 Quattro without Climate Control
• Fits 2015-2017 Audi S3
• Fits 2016 Audi TT Quattro and 2016 Audi TTS Quattro
• Universal Air CK5982 part number for catalog and service matching

Detailed Description

This Universal Air compressor kit is intended for Audi owners replacing a failed A/C compressor in vehicles with the listed fitment. CK5982 is a short compressor replacement kit that supports common compressor-service repairs on Audi A3 and related performance models, including Audi A3 Quattro, Audi S3, TT Quattro, and TTS Quattro. The kit references OE number 5Q0816679B on select 2015-2018 Audi A3 applications and is cataloged under part number CK5982.

Universal Air’s Short Compressor Replacement Kit line focuses on direct replacement coverage for specific compressor applications, making it easier to match the correct service part to the vehicle configuration. This kit is listed for 2014-2018 Audi A3, 2015-2017 Audi A3 Quattro without Climate Control, 2015-2017 Audi S3, and 2016 Audi TT Quattro and TTS Quattro.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of cabin cooling from a failed A/C compressor
• Noisy or seized compressor operation
• Compressor-related refrigerant circulation problems
• Restoring A/C performance after compressor replacement
• Service needs on Audi A3, Audi S3, and TT/TTS Quattro models

Installation Notes and Tips

Before installation, verify the vehicle’s OE number, engine configuration, and climate-control setup against the fitment notes. For the listed Audi A3 applications, the notes recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser during compressor service. Confirm the system is clean and free of contamination before returning the A/C system to service.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air CK5982 is cataloged as a direct-fit compressor replacement solution for the listed Audi applications. This part cross-references OE number 5Q0816679B for the same application on select Audi A3 models.