Can a broken AC compressor cause the serpentine belt to snap?
If the AC clutch bearing seizes while the AC compressor is not operating, the belt can snap then as well. Replacing the serpentine belt tensioner and idler pulley at the same time as the belt is always a good idea. They wear out too!
How to tell if your serpentine belt needs to be replaced?
Look for signs of damage or wear on the belt. Once you have located the serpentine belt, inspect it visually for signs of damage. If the belt is frayed, coming apart, or has marks that indicate that it has been rubbing on something, it will need to be replaced.
Why does water jump over the serpentine belt?
In my opinion one design defect of the engine compartment is the underside is almost completely open. This allows water and snow to jump up inside and over the engine drive belt. The small splash shield underneath doesn’t divert the water that well. Nevertheless, a new belly pan is not part of the technical service bulletin.
Where do I find the serpentine belt routing diagram?
Find the serpentine belt routing diagram. Many cars come with a sticker in the engine bay that shows exactly how the serpentine belt is supposed to be routed through the various pulleys on the engine. If your vehicle does not have a sticker, you will need to find another way to remember how the belt should be run.
What happens if the serpentine belt on a Honda Accord breaks?
As this belt drives the A/C compressor, alternator, power steering pump, and water pump, it is not something to take lightly. If you hear it squealing, see it deteriorating, or having issues with it, get it changed as soon as possible. If it breaks, the water pump stops and the engine will quickly overheat, leaving you stranded on the road.
Is the AC compressor capable of breaking the serpentine belt?
Thank David. Hi there, yes, the air conditioning compressor is capable of breaking the serpentine belt a couple of ways. If the AC compressors seizes while operating, the shock load can snap the serpentine belt. If the AC clutch bearing seizes while the AC compressor is not operating, the belt can snap then as well.
What to do when your serpentine belt breaks?
The ac clutch wheel is still spinning so I disconnect the compressor so it can act as a bypass until I am able to replace it then installed a new belt. However the belt broke after a couple to drives. Will replacing tension and idle pulley resolve the issue of the belt breaking?
How much does it cost to replace a serpentine belt?
The replacement cost is only going to be between $100 and $200 in most cases. The belt itself will cost between $25 and $80 while the labor costs will probably be between $75 and $120. Taxes and fees will be added onto these prices too. The ease of accessing the serpentine belt will determine how much the labor costs are.
If the AC clutch bearing seizes while the AC compressor is not operating, the belt can snap then as well. Replacing the serpentine belt tensioner and idler pulley at the same time as the belt is always a good idea. They wear out too!
Where does the AC belt go on a car?
The belt connects the AC compressor clutch to the engine crankshaft, which allows the compressor to be turned via the engine’s power when activated. As with most automotive belts, the AC belt will either be a V-belt or a serpentine.
Why is my AC belt no longer working?
In some cases, this may be attributed to a loose belt, or perhaps water or oil contamination. However, in other cases this may be attributed to a severely worn belt that can no longer properly grip the pulleys.
What happens to the defroster when the belt snaps?
The defrosters in some vehicles are connected to the air conditioning system and will require the AC compressor to function for the defroster to work. If the belt snaps or is slipping, then neither the AC compressor nor the defroster will work. While the AC belt is a very simple component, it is very important to the operation of the AC system.
Which is the belt to the AC compressor?
Also, this is the belt that goes from the crankshaft pulley down to just one other pulley below it. (There is a separate belt that goes to the alternator and water pump, higher up on the engine). Am I correct in concluding that this is the belt to the AC compressor? One other odd thing, if anyone has any thoughts about it.
Can a compressor be removed from an automatic transmission?
My car has an automatic transmission. The a/c compressor cannot be permanently removed because the serpentine belt powers all accessories, including the compressor, in one “circuit”. If you were to take the compressor out you won’t be able to install the serpentine belt because a key component will just not be there.
What happens if I don’t replace my AC compressor in my Ca?
You will be fine as long as you don’t need or want AC in your car. Your AC pulley is a free spinning pulley that has a clutch on it. It will spin freely until you turn the air conditioning on.
Also, this is the belt that goes from the crankshaft pulley down to just one other pulley below it. (There is a separate belt that goes to the alternator and water pump, higher up on the engine). Am I correct in concluding that this is the belt to the AC compressor? One other odd thing, if anyone has any thoughts about it.
Is there a way to bypass the compressor?
There is a way around this problem however; you can actually bypass the compressor all together with a different serpentine belt. Locate the serpentine belt at the front of the engine. It is a rubber belt that goes over all of the accessories of the engine.
You will be fine as long as you don’t need or want AC in your car. Your AC pulley is a free spinning pulley that has a clutch on it. It will spin freely until you turn the air conditioning on.
Why is my serpentine belt not working properly?
You can drive the car for some time without noticing any problems. Eventually, because of battery discharge, the lights will get dimmer and the car will start to crank poorly. Only then will you notice that you have a problem. Main cause of this problem is material fatigue of the belt so changing it on time will probably prevent this.
Why is my air conditioner compressor going bad?
So you may notice that the degree inside the car increases and the airflow from the AC is hot. There are 3 possible reasons behind, first is the low level of the refrigerant, second is the leak of the refrigerant and the third is the compressor is going bad and needs to be replaced.
How to replace drive belt or serpentine belt?
How to replace drive belt or serpentine belt Toyota Corolla. VVT-i engine. Years 2000-2009. – YouTube
What causes a serpentine belt to get stuck?
The main reason, in most cases, will be a stuck pulley from one of the devices (alternator, AC compressor, power steering pump etc) or a tensioner. A stuck pulley is mostly caused by a worn out bearing. The belt slides over a motionless pulley causing extensive friction, heat and the recognizable sound.
Can a power steering pump work without a serpentine belt?
Some of the main accessories include a power steering pump, alternator, air conditioning compressor, and water pump. However, these devices cannot function properly without the help of a serpentine belt. This one long continuous belt is the force that drives many of the engine’s peripheral devices.
Can a serpentine belt be replaced on an old car?
Older vehicles use v-belts, which typically only drive the AC compressor. Modern vehicles use serpentine belts to drive all of the engine accessories including the drive belt. Over time, belts crack and deteriorate. Replacing the belt at the first sign of wear ensures it won’t break, leaving you without AC. Step 1: Locate the AC belt.
How is an AC compressor driven off a belt?
Unless you drive a newfangled hybrid or electric car, the AC compressor in your vehicle is driven off a belt. The belt is strapped to the engine crankshaft balancer, which turns with the engine.
The main reason, in most cases, will be a stuck pulley from one of the devices (alternator, AC compressor, power steering pump etc) or a tensioner. A stuck pulley is mostly caused by a worn out bearing. The belt slides over a motionless pulley causing extensive friction, heat and the recognizable sound.
Do you have to have the belt off to turn the compressor?
You don’t have to have the belt off to turn the compressor. Just turn the outermost part of the magnetic clutch. That part is connected to the compressor shaft. The clutch free wheels when not engaged.:smile:
Can the AC belt be smoking from a seized compressor?
The AC is not blowing cold when turned on. But the AC is not blowing cold when turned on. There was a slight smoke coming from the area of the belts. Can the AC belt or serpentine belt be smoking from a seized compressor? 95 Ford Escort wagon
So you may notice that the degree inside the car increases and the airflow from the AC is hot. There are 3 possible reasons behind, first is the low level of the refrigerant, second is the leak of the refrigerant and the third is the compressor is going bad and needs to be replaced.