Does this truck have a separate belt for the A/C?

Tiny
CARLA WHEELER
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  • 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • 330,000 MILES
I need to know if I have a separate belt for my a/c?
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 AT 8:58 PM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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Yes it uses a belt that is behind the main drive belt. If yours is missing you will need to remove the main belt, then you can get to the AC belt and install it. The tensioner just pulls down and you install the belt. Then move the tensioner on the main belt to put it back on. If you are not sure how old the belts are, replace them both.
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 AT 4:04 AM
Tiny
CARLA WHEELER
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Thank you so much. I thought it had another one, yes mine is missing just replaced the serpentine belt but at the time didn't realize there was 2 belts.
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 AT 5:54 AM
Tiny
STEVE W.
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You are welcome.
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 AT 6:56 AM

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