Bypassing the A/C compressor, what is the belt size?

ODOM

MEMBER
2017 KIA FORTE
2.0L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
95,000 MILES

Hello, I need to know what belt size. To bypass the A/C compressor because compressors are expensive. Thanks

Saturday, May 27th, 2023 AT 2:52 PM

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,133 POSTS

Hi,

There isn't a reference for this information. What most people do is take a fabric tape measurer and route it the way you plan the belt to be run. Then, subtract about an inch off it for the belt tensioner to control.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,

joe