Dayco 17293 Accessory Drive Belt - Air Conditioning and Power Steering, Air Conditioning To Power Steering or Power Steering

Accessory Drive Belt for Power Steering

Dayco 17293 is an accessory drive belt built for power steering applications on select Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, and Mitsubishi vehicles. It uses a synthetic rubber compound with a top cog construction to help maintain belt flexibility and consistent drive performance in the accessory belt system.

Key Features

• Synthetic rubber compound construction
• Top cog belt design for improved flexibility
• Black finish
• Top width: 0.53 in.
• Effective length: 29.25 in. (742.95 mm)
• Outside circumference: 29.51 in. (749.56 mm)
• 36-degree angle
• Built to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards
• Operating temperature range: -35 to 175 degrees

Fitment and Application

Compatible With select power steering applications, including:

• Fits 1987-1989 Chrysler Conquest, Power Steering
• Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Raider, Power Steering
• Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Ram 50, Power Steering
• Fits 1987-1989 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, Power Steering
• Fits 1983-1989 Mitsubishi Montero, Power Steering
• Fits 1983-1989 Mitsubishi Starion, Power Steering
• Fits 1984-1986 Dodge Conquest, Power Steering
• Fits 1984-1986 Plymouth Conquest, Power Steering
• Fits 1981-1983 Dodge Challenger, Power Steering

Detailed Description

Dayco 17293 is an OE-style accessory drive belt for power steering systems that require a compact, cogged belt profile. The synthetic rubber compound is paired with a top cog construction to support belt flexibility around pulleys, while the 0.53-inch top width and 29.25-inch effective length help match the specified drive layout. This Dayco 17293 belt is a direct-fit choice for many Mitsubishi Montero and Starion applications, as well as Chrysler Conquest and Dodge Ram 50 power steering setups.

This part cross-references Driveworks 29517 and Lazorlite L38-0745 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or slipping accessory belt noise
• Loss of power steering drive from a worn belt
• Cracking, glazing, or fraying on the existing belt
• Incorrect belt length or profile during replacement
• Reduced belt flexibility in accessory drive routing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley alignment, belt routing, and tensioner condition before installation. Compare the removed belt to Dayco 17293 to confirm the effective length, top width, and angle match the vehicle’s power steering drive requirements. After installation, recheck belt tension and inspect for proper seating in the pulley grooves.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures this belt to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards, with a temperature range from -35 to 175 degrees for broad operating conditions. The part number 17293 is specified for select power steering applications across Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, and Mitsubishi models.