AC Compressor seized up and Serpentine belt failure + Power Steering fluid reservoir emptied, lost power steering For several months car making a noise like an idler bearing failure upon start up and for approximately 15 minute thereafter. Could not pinpoint the noise however, had a slight rubber smell. Several days ago turned on AC and the noise stopped, however, no cool air. Then yesterday I started the car and there was no noise. Drove approximately 4 miles and the battery alarm and engine alarm came on then I lost power steering capability. Drove back home. The Serpentine belt was shredded and the power steering fluid reservoir was empty with no sign of a major or minor leak and all fluid levels had been checked by lube service 6 weeks ago and I regular check all fluid levels. I would like to bypass the AC compressor for now and replace the serpentine belt until I can afford all that's necessary to restore the AC.
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Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015 AT 12:11 PM