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Continental 6PK1878 Serpentine Belt - Accessory Drive or Air Conditioning and Power Steering
| Brand | Continental 6PK1878 |
|---|---|
| Position | Accessory Drive and Air Conditioning and Power Steering |
| Belt Groove Quantity | 6 |
| Belt Top Width | 0.81 |
| Belt Length | 73.94 |
| Product line | Metric Line |
| Fits | Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, and Toyota · 45 vehicles |
Metric Line. Continental's import-focused serpentine belt range.
6-rib design. Delivers secure grip and dependable accessory drive performance.
European-made. Developed and manufactured for consistent fit and reliability.
Cross-references Bando 6PK1880, Continental 6PK1878 and 078903137BC for the same application. See all 7.
Continental Metric Line Serpentine Belt 6PK1878
Continental 6PK1878 is a Metric Line serpentine belt built for import vehicle accessory drive systems. With a 6-rib profile, 0.81-inch top width, and 73.94-inch length, it is sized for consistent belt tracking and dependable operation in supported applications.
The Metric Line is Continental’s import-focused belt range, developed and manufactured in Europe for European and Asian vehicle applications sold in the U.S. and Canada. It is engineered for direct-fit replacement use on vehicles such as Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, Audi A4, and Mercedes-Benz C230 applications listed below.
Key Features
- Part number: 6PK1878
- 6-rib serpentine belt construction
- 0.81-inch top width for proper pulley engagement
- 73.94-inch belt length
- Metric Line import application coverage
- Designed for accessory drive, air conditioning, and power steering applications where listed
Product Details
Continental 6PK1878 is a serpentine belt for import makes and models that require a metric 6-rib accessory drive belt. The Continental Metric Line is aimed at European and Asian vehicles, with broad coverage for U.S. and Canadian-market applications. This belt is listed for Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix, Mitsubishi Lancer, Audi A4, Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz C230, and Mercedes-Benz SLK230 fitments, among others.
This part cross-references Bando 6PK1880 for the same application.
What This Belt Helps Address
- Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
- Cracking, glazing, or visible wear on the belt surface
- Loss of proper drive to the alternator, A/C compressor, or power steering system
- Incorrect belt length or rib count during replacement
- Fitment issues on import vehicles requiring a metric serpentine belt
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the rib count, belt length, and application notes before installation. Confirm whether your vehicle uses accessory drive, air conditioning and power steering, or a configuration with or without a viscous fan, since the listed fitment varies by engine and accessory layout. For best results, inspect pulleys, tensioners, and idlers for wear before installing Continental 6PK1878.
- Fits 2004-2008 Suzuki Swift+, Air Conditioning and Power Steering
- Fits 1998-2008 Toyota Corolla, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2004-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2005 Audi A4, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2005 Audi A4 Quattro, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2003-2005 Toyota Celica, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2004 Audi A6, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2004 Audi A6 Quattro, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2002-2003 Audi A4, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2002-2003 Audi A4 Quattro, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2002-2003 Audi A6, Accessory Drive
- Fits 2002-2003 Audi A6 Quattro, Accessory Drive
- Fits 1999-2000 Mercedes-Benz C230, Air Conditioning and Power Steering
- Fits 1998-2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, Air Conditioning and Power Steering
Quality Assurance
Continental’s Metric Line is developed for import vehicle applications and manufactured in Europe, with coverage focused on European and Asian makes sold in North America. Continental 6PK1878 is specified for direct replacement use in the listed fitments.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Suzuki | Swift+ | — | 1.6L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2008 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2008 | Toyota | Matrix | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2007 | Suzuki | Swift+ | — | 1.6L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2007 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2007 | Toyota | Matrix | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2006 | Mitsubishi | Lancer | — | 2.4L | L4 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2006 | Suzuki | Swift+ | — | 1.6L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2006 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2006 | Toyota | Matrix | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2005 | Audi | A4 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | w/o Viscous Fan; Metric Line |
| 2005 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | w/o Viscous Fan; Metric Line |
| 2005 | Mitsubishi | Lancer | — | 2.4L | L4 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2005 | Suzuki | Swift+ | — | 1.6L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2005 | Toyota | Celica | GT | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2005 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2005 | Toyota | Matrix | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2004 | Audi | A6 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Exc. Viscous Fan; Metric Line |
| 2004 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Exc. Viscous Fan; Metric Line |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Lancer | — | 2.4L | L4 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2004 | Suzuki | Swift+ | — | 1.6L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2004 | Toyota | Celica | GT | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2004 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2004 | Toyota | Matrix | Base | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2003 | Audi | A4 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2003 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2003 | Audi | A6 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2003 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2003 | Toyota | Celica | GT | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2003 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2003 | Toyota | Matrix | Base | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2002 | Audi | A4 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2002 | Audi | A4 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2002 | Audi | A6 | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2002 | Audi | A6 Quattro | — | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Metric Line |
| 2002 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2001 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | — | 2.3L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2000 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | — | 2.3L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 2000 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | C230 | — | 2.3L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 1999 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | — | 2.3L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 1999 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
| 1998 | Mercedes-Benz | SLK230 | — | 2.3L | L4 | Air Conditioning and Power Steering | Metric Line |
| 1998 | Toyota | Corolla | — | 1.8L | L4 | Accessory Drive | With Air Conditioning; Metric Line |
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