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Should the A/C cond pulley spin manually?

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Old Sep 8, 2010 | 9:39 PM
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Default Should the A/C cond pulley spin manually?

1994 Cavalier; With the serp belt broken and off, should I be able to spin the pulley on the A/C cond? I'd lost coolant, used a sealer/coolant from Advance Auto. Smelled something hot, heard squeeking for a few days, then started the car and the serp belt broke. Can't spin the pulley. Did the sealant freeze up my cond and the friction broke the belt? Suggestions? Thanks!!!
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Old Sep 15, 2010 | 9:32 AM
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hmm

coolant and the A/C is 2 separate systems.
adding something in the coolant for the radiator/engine does not affect the A/C

And the A/C compressor should be able to spin around easely
there could also be a clutch in it that engage and disengage the pulley

but if it is totally stuck the compressor could be toast.

this shows You the consept of A/C
http://www.familycar.com/classroom/ac1.htm


cheers

andreas
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