Continental
Automotive V-Belt

Continental 17442 Accessory Drive Belt

Brand Continental 17442
Position Air Conditioning - From Fan, Alternator, Fan and Alternator, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Fan, Air Conditioning and Air Pump, Power Steering, Air Conditioning and Air Pump, Idler, Fan and Air Pump, Air Pump To Power Steering, Air Conditioning To Idler, and Generator
Belt Top Width 0.53
Belt Length 44.20
Product line Automotive V-Belt
Fits Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Jeep, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Porsche, Toyota, and Volkswagen · 88 vehicles

EPDM construction. Resists heat and abrasion for dependable accessory drive performance.

Fiber reinforcement. Controls elongation for consistent tension and long service life.

SAE J636 compliant. Precise dimensions deliver high traction and quiet operation.

Cross-references Anchor 3430, Anchor 9440 and Anchor 300073 for the same application. See all 269.

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Continental 17442 Automotive V-Belt

Continental 17442 is an automotive V-belt built for accessory drive applications that demand stable tension, quiet operation, and consistent grip. With a 0.53-inch top width and 44.20-inch length, it is a direct-fit option for select power steering, air conditioning, alternator, and fan drive setups.

Fits a wide range of classic and late-model applications, including Toyota Pickup power steering, Toyota 4Runner power steering, and Volkswagen EuroVan alternator service. It also covers select Porsche 928 air conditioning and Mazda RX-7 air conditioning applications.

Key Features

  • 0.53-inch belt top width for the specified accessory drive profile
  • 44.20-inch belt length for listed OE-style applications
  • EPDM compound for high heat and abrasion resistance
  • High-strength fiber reinforcement helps control elongation
  • Precision top width and sidewalls meet or exceed SAE J636 standards
  • Built for traction and quiet, long-lasting operation

Product Details

Continental’s Automotive V-Belt line focuses on dependable accessory drive performance across a broad range of vehicles. Part number 17442 uses EPDM construction and reinforced cord materials to help maintain belt stability under heat and load. That matters in systems such as power steering, air conditioning, alternator drive, and fan drive service where belt slip, noise, and stretch can affect operation.

This belt cross-references Gates 9440HD and Dayco DP735 for the same application. It is a practical replacement choice for vehicles such as Toyota Pickup, Toyota 4Runner, and Volkswagen EuroVan when the listed dimensions and position match the original setup.

Common Issues This Belt Can Address

  • Squealing from a worn or glazed accessory drive belt
  • Loss of belt grip under heat or load
  • Visible cracking, fraying, or surface wear
  • Excess belt stretch affecting accessory performance
  • Noise from an aging power steering, A/C, or alternator drive

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt length, top width, and accessory position before installation. Confirm the application by year, make, model, and drive location, especially on vehicles with multiple belt paths such as Toyota Celica, Porsche 928, and Mazda B2200. Inspect pulleys and tensioning components for wear before installing Continental 17442, and set belt tension to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification.

Quality Assurance

Continental manufactures this belt to meet or exceed SAE J636 standards for width and sidewall precision. The EPDM construction and fiber reinforcement are used to support heat resistance, abrasion resistance, and controlled elongation in everyday accessory drive service.

This part fits 88 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
1997VolkswagenEuroVan2.4LL5DIESELAlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1996VolkswagenEuroVan2.4LL5DIESELAlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1995Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1995ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1995VolkswagenEuroVan2.4LL5DIESELAlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1994Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1994ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1994VolkswagenEuroVan2.4LL5DIESELAlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1993Porsche9285.4LV8Air ConditioningW/44-7/8" O.C Belt; Automotive V-Belt
1993Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1993ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1993VolkswagenEuroVan2.4LL5DIESELAlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1992Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1992ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1991Porsche9285.0LV8Air ConditioningW/44-7/8" O.C Belt; Automotive V-Belt
1991Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1991ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1990Porsche9285.0LV8Air ConditioningW/44-7/8" O.C Belt; Automotive V-Belt
1990Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1990ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1989Porsche9285.0LV8Air ConditioningW/44-7/8" O.C Belt; Automotive V-Belt
1989Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1989ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1988Porsche9285.0LV8Air ConditioningW/44-7/8" O.C Belt; Automotive V-Belt
1988Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1988ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1987Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1987ToyotaPickup2.4LL4GASPower SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1986Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1986ToyotaPickup2.4LL4GASPower SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1985MazdaRX-71.3LR2Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1985Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1985ToyotaCelica2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1985ToyotaPickup2.4LL4GASPower SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1984MazdaB22002.2LL4Fan and AlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1984MazdaRX-71.3LR2Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1984Toyota4Runner2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1984ToyotaCelica2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1984ToyotaPickup2.4LL4GASAir Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1983ChevroletP205.7LV8Power SteeringSchool Bus; Automotive V-Belt
1983ChevroletP305.7LV8Power SteeringSchool Bus; Automotive V-Belt
1983MazdaB22002.2LL4Fan and AlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1983ToyotaCelica2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1983ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1982MazdaB22002.2LL4Fan and AlternatorAutomotive V-Belt
1982ToyotaCelica2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1982ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1981ToyotaPickup2.4LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1980CadillacCommercial Chassis6.0LV8Fan and Air Pumpw/ Calif. Emissions; Automotive V-Belt
1980CadillacDeVille6.0LV8Fan and Air Pump(4 13/16" Dia. AP Pulley); Automotive V-Belt
1980CadillacEldorado6.0LV8Fan and Air PumpSolves Original Drive Design Alignment / Tension Issue; Automotive V-Belt
1980CadillacFleetwood6.0LV8Fan and Air Pumpw/ Calif. Emissions; Automotive V-Belt
1980CadillacSeville6.0LV8Fan and Air PumpSolves Original Drive Design Alignment / Tension Issue; Automotive V-Belt
1980ToyotaCelica2.2LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1980ToyotaCorona2.2LL4Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1971JeepWagoneer3.8LL6Air ConditioningW/ Air pump; Automotive V-Belt
1971Mercedes-Benz300SEL6.3LV8Air Conditioning To IdlerMatched Set of 2 Belts; Automotive V-Belt
1970FordMustang7.0LV8Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1970Mercedes-Benz300SEL6.3LV8Air Conditioning To IdlerMatched Set of 2 Belts; Automotive V-Belt
1970MercuryCougar7.0LV8Power SteeringExc. AC; Automotive V-Belt
1969FordMustang6.4LV8Power SteeringW/5 1/2" PS Pulley; Automotive V-Belt
1969FordMustang7.0LV8Power SteeringW/5 1/2" PS Pulley; Automotive V-Belt
1969MercuryCougar6.4LV8Power SteeringW/5 1/2" PS Pulley; Automotive V-Belt
1969MercuryCougar7.0LV8Power SteeringW/5 1/2" PS Pulley; Automotive V-Belt
1968JeepWagoneer3.8LL6Air Conditioning and Air PumpAutomotive V-Belt
1967FordEconoline2.8LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1967FordLTD4.7LV8Power SteeringW/53A, 55A or 60A Alt; Automotive V-Belt
1967FordMustang6.4LV8Power SteeringAutomotive V-Belt
1967Mercedes-Benz300SEL3.0LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1967MercuryCapri6.4LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryCapri7.0LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryColony Park7.0LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryColony Park6.4LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryColony Park6.7LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryCougar6.4LV8Power SteeringExc. AC; w/o AP; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryMarquis6.7LV8Power Steeringw/ AC; w/ AP; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryMarquis7.0LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1967MercuryVillagerBase6.4LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1966FordEconoline2.8LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1966Mercedes-Benz300SE3.0LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1966Mercedes-Benz300SEL3.0LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1966MercuryCapri6.4LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1966MercuryCapri7.0LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1966MercuryMarauder6.7LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1966MercuryMarauder7.0LV8Power SteeringExc AP w/o AC; Automotive V-Belt
1965FordEconoline2.4LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1965FordEconoline2.8LL6Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
1960FordThunderbird5.8LV8Air ConditioningAutomotive V-Belt
Directly replaces or cross-references 269 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 3430Anchor — 9440Anchor — 300073Autolite — 388Bosch — 67663Bosch — 69418Carlson — 17440Dayco — DP735Dixie Electric Ltd — 13849Drive Rite — 17440DRGates — 9440HDGates — 78434Gates — 85579Gates — A43MOOG Driveline Products — 325MTC/Ronak — 1142Nissens — 94917Roadmax — 17440APValeo — 1785081BC05101N37431N42243H38977A372B7L24499B60429L24499L46549N13299Y844712.5x112512B2535A1002035A1992986A8620T88GB354P1288GB354P1588GB439P44188GB439P4421930G1142020B40H912614B0372614B1372841K13110K123110K1613854B14403855B14400614082341144613788R217440MK25331D38920PB100338920PC001338920PC01483937HB107813116242118637133758R1133758R2133758R21134825170060177461178625181492H1181523M1184526M1200833201450201825R1204911A234861259440352090C1358331C91396829R1398061R91398601C91476614505995M1505995M2522063M1540364C91550277617143619508669410685590699051699052861779C1861779R1861779R2861779R11861779R21950850960468967117967186967244967265978719998228R11012465103781110477951175014S001195018W0013148171612875C11612875C91161469016146911719677190054019504462440667251118530402983170298320431732260783323515M137196123720354375920537592103764626381327738943613894362470772647661445002138510883551267615130527513316051336005135884513711151423225155911573322363519477518381A850074694338931150235313671201153967111559216527070546027122365002997369229973692599715927101246574707726075018501A865145982080434202080450680211711023257900021A26257900021A28257900021A3750601983959101004311750145001512172532156019701015601970111560197012211409011170000738339087111105917020030099322011009932201110993321111099332111209991921485099919271850A42HCA5881X11A75577A85579A3100512AMX42281ASF8955B000C34JRKB5A8620AB6A8620EB6A8620JB6AB8620EB6AB8620JB3430B4441B59331B1140444C0AF8620CC1TE8A615AGC1TE8620AGC2OE8620JC2TE8A615RC2TE8620AHC2TE8620KC2TZ8620NC4TA8620DC5AE8620AHC5TE8A615DC5TE8A615MC5TE8620EC5TE8620RC5TS8620TC5TZ8620AC7SE8620AC8HS2890AC9OE8620DC9OZ8620CC9PZ8620BVC9PZ8620FNC9TE8620EC629028C21C629029C13CC2TZ8620DCC5AZ8620LCOAE8620CD2OE8620AJAD2SE8620FAD2SE8620LAD2TA8620AAAD2TE8A615CAD2TE8620ABAD2TE8620ACAD7HA8A615BAD7HA8620BAD20E8620AJAD11023469D11023470D11023471F6HT8A615EBF6HZ8620EBF7HT8620YAF7HZ8620FBFB131FB210GD193K210GG02032180GT17442GTFLN9440JC441JC443L16621M716BN113642PGF11350PGF19427BRAF3430RPF3430S3212S22100SBA080220043VX119146