Ac belt change - 2001 Ford Focus

the ac is an idler pulley in the system so leaving it out will require a total change of how the belt is fitted and not just needing a shorter belt
remember that the ac pulley bearing can be replaced if faulty and if the ac compressor has failed disconnect the ac clutch wire and there is no need to worry about belts

usually to change the serpentine belt all you will need to do is loosen the belt tensioner and take the belt off the pulleys. here is a video that might help you. the serpentine belt drives the ac.

Make sure that your drive belt and ac belts are tight. A loose belt will look like many problems. Also could be your ac compressor. They have ac compressor lubrication in a can just like the freon. You can notice the extra strain the ac puts on the engine when you turn it on and especially at idle. So 1. Make sure belts are tight and in good condition, if not replace. 2. Check freon level in ac. If freon level is okay add ac oil conditioner.

I would think the AC pulley bearing may be the source wouldn't you??

1992 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CIERA - L4 2.5L 2474cc 151ci GAS FI N R
Belt Routing Diagram Multiple Accessory, w/o A.C.




1992 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CIERA - L4 2.5L 2474cc 151ci GAS FI N R
Belt Routing Diagram Multiple Accessory, w/A.C.



1992 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CIERA - V6 3.3L 204ci GAS FI N N
Belt Routing Diagram Multiple Accessory, w/A.C.


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I had to do that once, but it was on an older vehicle that AC was optional. Probably your best bet would be to see if you can wrap the belt on there, but bypass the AC pump. Then just mark the belt with a white marker to get the length you need. Take it to the parts store and have them measure it with their guide. They should be able to find you one that length. If a Rendezvous came without AC, you could just go in and ask for the belt for one without AC, but I don't think they did.

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Belt —A/C Removal

1. Remove the A/C compressor drive belt.
   1. Loosen the A/C compressor drive belt pulley tensioner bolt.
   1. Loosen the A/C compressor drive belt idler pulley adjustment bolt.

Installation

1. CAUTION: Incorrect drive belt installation will cause drive belt failure.
   NOTE: Inspect the pulleys for warping or abnormal wear.
   NOTE: Make sure drive belt is properly installed on each pulley.
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Adjust the A/C compressor drive belt. For additional information, refer to Belt Adjustment—A/C .

sounds like the AC compressor may be defective and pulling an excessive load on the engine. You should also have the automatic belt tensioner checked

You should have a drive belt diagram under the hood somewhere above the radiator, fan shroud or possibly on the bottom side of the hood near the latch.
I could'nt find a diagram for your particular vehicle.
Hope this helps.
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