Can you bypass the ac pulley on a 96 Pontiac Sunfire GT?

You can't truly *bypass* the AC pulley on a 96 Pontiac Sunfire GT in the sense of making the engine run without it. The serpentine belt relies on the AC compressor pulley (and all the other pulleys) to function correctly. Removing the AC pulley will cause the belt to fall off, preventing the engine from running properly, damaging the belt, and potentially damaging other components.

However, there are a couple of scenarios that might lead you to think about "bypassing" the pulley:

* AC Compressor is Failing/Removed: If your AC compressor is bad and you're not planning to repair or replace it, you can remove the compressor *and* use an AC compressor pulley delete kit. This kit replaces the compressor with a spacer that allows the serpentine belt to route correctly without the compressor. This is the proper way to handle a removed AC compressor. You won't find a simple "bypass" – you need a replacement piece.

* Temporary Fix (Not Recommended): A very temporary, highly *not recommended* fix would be to remove the AC compressor and carefully reroute the serpentine belt around the remaining pulleys. This is extremely risky because:

* The belt tension will be off, leading to premature wear and potential snapping.

* The belt could come off at any moment.

* You risk damaging other components.

In summary: Don't attempt to just remove the pulley. If your AC compressor is gone, purchase an AC compressor pulley delete kit. This is the safe and proper method to maintain proper belt routing and engine function. Improperly bypassing the pulley will lead to more problems and potentially costly repairs.