A/C compressor bypass belt size

2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
107,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFFSTRX
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My A/C compressor went bad and I was wondering what size belt would I need to bypass the compressor? Thank you
Jul 10, 2019 at 10:30 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

It is not as simple as a number for a different belt. They did not make an option for no AC in your model.

You would have to remove the belt and go to a parts store and get a couple of smaller belts and try them until you get the one that fits and has good pressure.

Roy

Jul 10, 2019 at 11:25 AM
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STEVE W.
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To add to what Roy said, the belt will not follow the same route as the original either. It will need to follow the red line in order to clear the tensioner.
What failed on the compressor? The clutch or an internal failure? If it is the clutch bearing itself those can be replaced easily, with it on the vehicle. You remove the center bolt from the hub. Then remove the hub (watch that you don't lose any of the small shims) Then there is a snap ring that retains the pulley and bearing assembly. Remove the snap ring and the bearing and pulley come off. The replacement slides on and you put the snap ring back on. Then install the shims and hub and torque the center bolt to around 10 ft lb.
Jul 10, 2019 at 12:14 PM
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