Universal Air CK6196 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for GM HD Trucks

Universal Air CK6196 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 HD applications. It is built for vehicles with the specified mounting and fitting configuration, making it a direct-match option for targeted A/C compressor service.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, N/A, with 2 mounting holes
• Fits 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, N/A, with 2 mounting holes and diode
• Complete kit includes CO 29002C, EX 5378C, and RD 1800C
• P-nut fitting at 9 o'clock
• 1st design configuration
• Universal Air CK6196 part number for catalog and service matching

Product Details

The Universal Air Short Compressor Replacement Kit line is focused on compressor replacement applications that require specific mounting and connection details. CK6196 is listed for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 HD trucks, with notes calling out the 2-hole mounting pattern, P-nut fitting at 9 o'clock, and the first-design configuration. For the Silverado 2500 HD application, the listing also recommends replacing the condenser with a new condenser during service.

This part cross-references common service references for the same application, including CO 29002C and EX 5378C.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of A/C compressor function
• Incorrect compressor mounting pattern during replacement
• Fitment issues tied to the P-nut fitting location
• Service mismatches on 2001 Silverado 2500 HD and Sierra 2500 HD A/C systems
• Replacement needs for first-design compressor configurations

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s compressor mounting holes, fitting orientation, and design revision before ordering. Match the application notes exactly for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. For the Silverado 2500 HD listing, follow the recommendation to replace the condenser with a new condenser during A/C service. Confirm diode-equipped configuration on the Sierra 2500 HD application.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs CK6196 as a vehicle-specific compressor replacement kit for the listed GM HD truck applications. Confirm all fitment details against the vehicle’s existing A/C system before installation.