Bypass A/C Compressor?

ANGELA ORWIG

MEMBER
2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING
2.4L
4 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
150,000 MILES

Hey!
I was turning at a light a few weeks ago and I accidentally made my turn too wide and ended up running right over top of a curb. The impact busted my A/C Compressor bracket and broke the mounting bolts off. So, my A/C compressor was being held up by only the belt and A/C lines until it finally gave out and my Serpentine belt flew off.
I looked for an A/C compressor bypass pulley but couldn't find one for my model car.
I even looked for a new compressor bracket but no luck there either. I was wondering if maybe I could just purchase a shorter belt and bypass the compressor all together. I have a couple questions. If I do use a shorter belt should I remove the compressor completely from the car? How would I know what size to get? What would the new routing diagram look like? Thank You for Your Time and advice I really appreciate your help.

Angela Orwig

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,645 POSTS

Hi,

If I recall correctly, that is a solid mount that bolts directly to the engine block. See pic below. Can you let me know which parts broke?

Next, if the compressor is being held in by the hoses, it needs to be removed. If the system still has freon, it needs to be recovered before removing the compressor. Eventually, the lines will break, and it will either fall out or cause other damage.

If you look at pic 2, I attached the belt routing diagram. I placed a red X over the compressor and in blue tried to determine a new route. I don't think there is enough room because the tensioner will be in the way if you run it to the alternator (which is required). Take a look and let me know your thoughts.

Next, the OEM part number for the bracket/mount is 04891594AA. There are several available online. Type in Chrysler part number 04891594AA and you will see them. Actually, there aren't as many as I thought, but they are out there. See the remaining pics.

Let me know your thoughts. Take a look at your engine and see if you would be able to include the alternator as I highlighted below.

Take care,

Joe

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