So my compressor locked up and I can't afford to fix it now. I've decided to delete the AC until I can afford to fix it. My question is if I pull the compressor and install the 1LE delete pully is that all I have to do or what? If I do this will I still be able to use my heater/defrost? Once I can afford to fix the AC the only thing I need to do install a new compressor, and charge the system, right?

 

yes,everything will be ok.

 

Did the clutch lock up or just the compressor?

If it is just the compressor and the clutch still lets the pulley turn , I would leave it alone, Keep moisture out of the rest of the A/C system though until you get a new compressor. And dry it good no matter what(with pump).

 

First the AC stopped blowing cold for about 2 days. So I tried to just reset the pcm. Turned the car back on, and it still didn't work. Then I started to smell smoke, looked at the AC compressor pulley and it was glowing orange. It finally locked up. I'm just trying to figure out what I can get by with until I can afford a new compressor. The car's my daily driver.

 

I also heard that using the ac delete pulley will throw codes. Is this true? If so I can't because my inspection is up at the end of December.

 

Huntr - I have 2 ac compressors...maybe 3...I would let you have one pretty cheap. Maybe $75?

 

I had my A/C codes deleted from the PCM when I had it tuned. On my emissions sheet, it did have a section for the A/C, but there was a N/A in its space. I'm not sure if they even care or not.

 

If I delete the AC and it throws codes, does anyone know if I can pass emissions in Texas?

 

If the tech is a stickler then he will fail you. If they scan any engine/body/trans trouble codes, then they have the option to fail you. If you program the pcm to delete the a/c, then you shouldn't have any problems with the emissions. Believe it or not, the a/c does affect emissions, especially if the tech wants to be an a$$.