I need to replace my Serpentine belt and i want to bypass AC clutch and compressor

2004 KIA SEDONA
187,000 MILES • 0.5L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LISA CROUCH
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Can i bypass the air condtioner clutch and compressor in replacing serpentine belt because clutch and compressor are bad.
Nov 1, 2016 at 8:57 PM
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that is something that has to be done at an auto parts store. if clutch will still freewheel no need to do that just disconnect compressor wire.
Nov 2, 2016 at 7:21 AM
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LISA CROUCH
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The clutch completely fell apart in my hand so it is not even on the vehicle. something keeps tearing the belt to shreds which basically just powers the alternator since the compressor pulley will not move at all.
Nov 3, 2016 at 10:19 AM
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HMAC300
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it may have been the compressor pulley, if you have to by pass it then it has to be done at auto parts, hunt and try style as the manufacturers have no listing for this. we see this all the time.
Nov 3, 2016 at 12:00 PM
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