serpentine belt to bypass A/C

2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
199,000 MILES • 3.6L • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
GREGT472007
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
I would like to know if there is a serpentine belt to bypass A/C? My Ac compressor went out and want to bypass it.
Sep 22, 2017 at 12:03 PM
Advertisement
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.
Avatar
JDL
  • AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 16,098 POSTS
I looked at your belt routing diagram, I do not believe a shorted belt would work? Just my opinion. You might try to find a bypass pulley, that way, you could use the same belt.

This guide should help

https://www.2carpros.com/diagrams/buick/rendezvous/2004

Let us know
Sep 22, 2017 at 12:20 PM
Avatar
STEVE W.
  • AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 15,145 POSTS
What part of the compressor went out? The compressor itself or the drive pulley bearing? If it is the bearing, that can be changed out in less time than the trips to the parts store to get the shorter belt or the bypass.

If the image is the same as the belt routing on your vehicle a shorter belt would work but it might slip on the alternator. It would need to follow the orange path and you would need to measure it to find one to fit.

Images (Click to enlarge)
Attached Media
Attached Media
Sep 22, 2017 at 2:21 PM
Advertisement