My a/c compressor has been removed on my 2017 Ford Escape...


My a/c compressor has been removed on my 2017 Ford Escape. Can I drive the car safely Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the Freon level? Yes but the compressor has been removed Mechanic's Assistant: Are you f...

My a/c compressor has been removed on my 2017 Ford Escape. Can I drive the car safely Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the Freon level? Yes but the compressor has been removed Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Escape yourself? What have you tried so far? I have to drive 60 miles to a mechanic

Automotive Expert
Hello there and thank you for contacting JustAnswer, sorry to hear about your car, I’ll do my best to help you solve this issue, is your serpentine belt in place, does it go through the compressor?

Hello
Automotive Expert
I’m here.

Can I drive my 2017 Ford Escape without the a/c compressor
Automotive Expert
you can if the serpentine belt is in place.

OK thank you.
Automotive Expert
You’re welcome.

The belt is in place
Automotive Expert
You should be fine. As long as you don’t need the AC.

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