Will a car run without AC belt?

The AC belt is separate from the serpentine belt (which is driven by the crank shaft pulley and in turn drives the alternator, water pump and power steering pump). As long as you can live without AC there is no problem with running the engine without the AC belt.

What to do if your a / C Belt is missing?

Open the hood and inspect the A/C compressor for damage and to see if the compressor is seized. Verify that the serpentine belt is not damaged or missing. If the A/C compressor is seized, proceed to step 5.

What causes a belt to break on a GM Truck?

Prior to the belt breaking I get a agressive belt chatter and if I turn off the A/C quickly enough I can save the belt. Is it possible the expansion valve might be sticking closed when ther eis limited air movement over the condensor, thus causing the increase in pressure.

How often do you replace a / C belts on a GM Truck?

From buying research to owner support, join 1.5 MILLION GM Truck Enthusiasts every month who use GM-Trucks.com as a daily part of their ownership experience. I have a 2000 Z-71 that keeps snapping A/C belts, I have replaced 7 in the past 6 months. The original lasted 3.5 years, since then it has been a nightmare.

What kind of a / C Belt does a 2000 Z-71 use?

I have a 2000 Z-71 that keeps snapping A/C belts, I have replaced 7 in the past 6 months. The original lasted 3.5 years, since then it has been a nightmare. The AC Delco belt seems to last the longest.

What causes the serpentine belt to break on a GM Truck?

Some customers may comment about an underhood rattle noise heard on acceleration or a sudden loss of A/C system performance. This condition may be caused by liquid slugging of the A/C compressor. This condition may cause an internal failure in the A/C compressor. The serpentine belt tensioner and serpentine belt may also be damaged.

When does the a / C belt break in a GM Truck?

It is just at low speeds, and usually happens when the unit has been driven a short time, shut off and then restarted. Like a trip to the store. When restarted and driving away at about 20 MPH the chatter occurs and then the belt breaks. It is a clean break, just like it snapped in half.