Dayco 15235 Accessory Drive Belt

Dayco 15235 Accessory Drive Belt for Volkswagen Vanagon

The Dayco 15235 accessory drive belt is built for accessory drive service with a synthetic rubber compound and top cog construction. It is sized for the water pump to alternator position on select Volkswagen Vanagon models without air conditioning, giving you a direct-fit replacement for the specified application.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt for the water pump to alternator route
• Synthetic rubber compound construction for everyday engine bay use
• Top cog design helps the belt flex around pulleys
• Black finish with a .44 top width
• Effective length: 23.50 in. / 596.90 mm
• Outside circumference: 24.06 in. / 611.13 mm
• Operating temperature range: -35 to 175 degrees
• Built to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards

Detailed Description

Dayco 15235 is an accessory drive belt engineered for select 1982-1983 Volkswagen Vanagon models in the water pump to alternator position, with fitment noted for vehicles without air conditioning. The belt’s synthetic rubber compound and top cog construction support consistent pulley engagement, while the listed dimensions and 36-degree angle help confirm application matching during replacement. This part number, 15235, is also a useful reference when cross-checking OE-style belt replacements for the Volkswagen Vanagon platform.

This part cross-references Beck/Arnley (e.g., 141-1221) for the same application.

Common Problems This Belt Can Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or visible wear on the belt surface
• Loss of proper drive between the water pump and alternator
• Incorrect belt length after a previous replacement
• Fitment issues on 1982-1983 Volkswagen Vanagon, water pump to alternator, without air conditioning

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the belt route, pulley alignment, and measured length before installation. Confirm that your vehicle is a 1982-1983 Volkswagen Vanagon without air conditioning and that the application is the water pump to alternator position. Compare the old belt’s dimensions and routing against Dayco 15235 to ensure the correct replacement before tensioning the system.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures accessory drive components to published dimensional and performance standards, and this belt is listed to SAE J636 and SAE J637 specifications. The part number 15235 is provided for accurate identification and fitment verification.