Why did my AC belt break last night?

Last night driving home the AC belt broke. There was a lot of smoke from the belt melting a little in one spot. I don’t know if the compressor seized (or something like that), causing the belt to start to melt, and then break. Or if the belt broke, jammed in something, and then melted a little, causing the smoke.

Why does my AC belt make a squealing noise when I turn it on?

One of the most obvious signs that a belt needs to be replaced is that it will produce a loud squealing noise when the AC is turned on. In some cases, this may be attributed to a loose belt, or perhaps water or oil contamination.

Why is my serpentine drive belt not working?

This could be due to a slippage or misalignment. The only way to make the noise go away is to contact a professional mechanic and have them replace the serpentine/drive belt or diagnose the issue. 2. Power steering and AC not working

Where does the AC belt go on a car?

The belt connects the AC compressor clutch to the engine crankshaft, which allows the compressor to be turned via the engine’s power when activated. As with most automotive belts, the AC belt will either be a V-belt or a serpentine.

What happens if the serpentine belt is not working?

It provides power for the air conditioning, alternator, power steering, and sometimes the cooling system water pump. The serpentine belt is a critical part of this system, and once the engine is running, it continues to operate until the vehicle is shut off. Without a properly functioning serpentine belt, the engine may not run at all.