Dayco 15255 Accessory Drive Belt

Dayco 15255 Accessory Drive Belt Overview

The Dayco 15255 accessory drive belt is a top cog belt made from a synthetic rubber compound for dependable belt drive performance. It is sized for specific accessory drive applications and is listed for vehicles such as Mazda B2000, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, Volkswagen Vanagon, Chevrolet Monza, Oldsmobile Starfire, and Pontiac Sunbird.

Built to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards, this Dayco 15255 belt measures 0.44 inches in top width with a 25.50-inch effective length and 26.07-inch outside circumference. The black belt construction is engineered for accessory drive system service where accurate length and profile matter.

Key Features

• Synthetic rubber compound construction
• Top cog design for accessory drive applications
• 0.44-inch top width
• 25.50-inch effective length and 26.07-inch outside circumference
• 36-degree angle profile
• Rated for operating temperatures from -35 to 175 degrees
• Built to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards

Detailed Product Description

Dayco 15255 is an accessory drive belt used in belt-driven systems that power components such as air conditioning, alternator, air pump, water pump, and power steering on listed vehicles. It is a direct-fit style belt for specific applications, including 1984 Mazda B2000 air conditioning and air pump, 1981-1984 Volkswagen Jetta air conditioning to alternator, 1982-1983 Mazda B2000 air conditioning to air pump, 1981-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup air conditioning to alternator, 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon water pump, and 1977-1979 Pontiac Sunbird power steering to alternator.

This part number, 15255, is also cross-referenced by ACDelco 15255 and Gates 10A0650 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn belt on a Mazda B2000, Volkswagen Jetta, or Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, confirm the accessory drive routing and belt dimensions before installation.

What This Belt Helps Address

• Squealing or slipping accessory drive belt noise
• Cracking, glazing, or visible wear on the existing belt
• Loss of drive to the alternator, water pump, or air conditioning compressor
• Incorrect belt length after a previous replacement
• Reduced accessory performance caused by belt deterioration

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the belt path, pulley alignment, and required accessory routing before installation. Match the belt length and profile to the vehicle’s original configuration, especially on applications with factory air conditioning or specific accessory routing such as air conditioning to alternator or power steering to alternator. Inspect pulleys and tensioning components for wear before installing Dayco 15255.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures this belt to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards, supporting consistent dimensional and material requirements for accessory drive service. The synthetic rubber compound and top cog construction are specified for the listed fitments, including Mazda B2000, Volkswagen Jetta, and Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup applications.