Universal Air KT5196 A/C Compressor Kit

Compressor Replacement Kit for Land Cruiser

Universal Air KT5196 is a compressor replacement kit for the 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser with rear A/C. It is listed for vehicles built to 10/1/98 and is intended for direct compressor replacement service on the rear air conditioning system.

Key Features

• Brand: Universal Air Compressor Replacement Kit
• Part number: KT5196
• Fits 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser, N/A
• Application notes: with Rear A/C; to 10/1/98
• Category: A/C Compressor Kit for HVAC service

Detailed Description

This Universal Air compressor replacement kit is cataloged for the 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser and supports rear A/C-equipped vehicles built before 10/1/98. Use KT5196 when replacing the compressor assembly in a Land Cruiser HVAC repair where the listed application matches the vehicle build date and rear air conditioning configuration. The part number KT5196 should be verified against the vehicle’s production date and A/C layout before ordering.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of A/C cooling from compressor failure
• Noisy or seized compressor operation
• Refrigerant circulation problems in the rear A/C system
• HVAC performance issues tied to compressor wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle is a 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser with rear A/C and that the build date is on or before 10/1/98. Match KT5196 to the existing compressor application before installation, and inspect the system for contamination, leaks, and related wear components during service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air catalogs this compressor replacement kit for a specific Land Cruiser HVAC application, helping ensure the part is selected against the correct year, model, and build-date requirements.