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2005 FORD FOCUS
200,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KANDICE HALL
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Need to know if it is possible to bypass the compressor.
Jan 7, 2018 at 3:31 PM
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STEVE W.
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Well looking at the belt routing you should be able to just buy the belt that is used for one that does not have air conditioning. Both 2.0 engines used have both belts available.
What is the issue with the AC compressor you have? Bad bearing in the clutch or?
Jan 7, 2018 at 4:34 PM
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