Need to by-pass AC

MELESTES

MEMBER
1995 MERCURY MARQUIS
4 CYL
AUTOMATIC
180,000 MILES

The AC went out now the car will not start. Can the serpentine belt be bought in a smaller size to bypass the AC? If so what size belt should be bought?

Sunday, August 12th, 2018 AT 9:50 AM

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,164 POSTS

Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros. Com.

In all honesty, chances are you cannot eliminate it and then determine a good way to route it. What I suggest is to get an AC bypass pulley. Basically, it takes the place of the compressor and the same belt is used and routed the same way.

I attached a picture of one I got online for you to see. These can be purchased at most parts stores. A company called Dorman is one of the most widely known aftermarket manufacturers and they do make one for your car. If you call a parts store, just ask for an AC bypass pulley for your specific vehicle. Please do not quote me, but I think the Dorman part number may be 34190. Please confirm that is the one for your vehicle before ordering.

I hope this is helpful. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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