AC belt broke up

2006 GMC YUKON
125,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PABLO ESTRADA2
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Ac belt broke. Is there is any problem if I keep driving the car without that belt?
Dec 9, 2016 at 10:02 AM
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HMAC300
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no just your a/c will not work and disconnect the compressor from the electrical.
Dec 9, 2016 at 12:17 PM
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STEVE W.
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The A/C will not operate, but you may also encounter an issue if you are in a cold area and need to run the defroster. Like most newer vehicles the defrost position cycles the A/C compressor to help dry the air going onto the glass. Without it you could get a fogged windshield.

I would also be concerned that if the A/C belt failed the other belt may fail as well.
Dec 9, 2016 at 9:10 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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I agree, if one belt has failed it is time to inspect all other belts and if in doubt replace them, the A/C belt will not stop you on the side of the road, but the alt or power steering my see you stranded. do not take the risk, replace all belts to be safe.
Dec 10, 2016 at 4:23 PM
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