A/C compressor not working?

Tiny
JACSBRATT
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER PACIFICA
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 300,000 MILES
Hello, my serpentine belt broke and I was told my A/C pulley was locked and was told I could just bypass the pulley with a shorter belt. Now the people at the parts store said I need to remove the whole compressor, what is the true procedure.
Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 3:21 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It looks like all you need is a shorter belt here is a diagram to help you see what needs to be done. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 1:33 PM
Tiny
JACSBRATT
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Thank you. 81 1/8 is too short but 82 works wonders and car runs smoother.
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Thursday, June 15th, 2023 AT 4:38 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Thanks for letting us know, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
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Friday, June 16th, 2023 AT 7:31 AM

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