Dayco 5060790 Serpentine Belt - Main Drive

Dayco 5060790 Serpentine Belt Overview

The Dayco 5060790 serpentine belt is a main drive belt built for accessory drive systems that demand stable grip, consistent tracking, and dependable operation across a wide temperature range. It is a 6-rib, K-section belt made from EPDM with aramid reinforcement for added strength in everyday driving conditions.

With fitment covering vehicles such as the Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Hyundai Tucson, and Kia Sportage, this belt is a direct replacement choice for many main drive applications. The Dayco 5060790 is also referenced by common aftermarket and OE part numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• EPDM construction with aramid reinforcement for durability
• 6-rib, straight-rib profile for accessory drive engagement
• Black belt with K-section cross section
• Effective length: 79.00 in. / 2006.60 mm
• Outside circumference: 79.66 in. / 2023.37 mm
• Top width: .82 in.
• Operating temperature range: -45°F to 212°F
• Built to SAE J1459 and SAE J2432 standards

Detailed Description

Dayco 5060790 is a serpentine belt for the main drive system, engineered to transfer power to engine accessories with consistent belt tracking and wear resistance. Its EPDM rubber construction is paired with aramid reinforcement to help maintain belt integrity under heat, cold, and continuous accessory loading. This makes it a practical replacement for vehicles that rely on a 6-rib K-section belt in the accessory drive system.

Fits 2017-2022 Jeep Compass, Main Drive. Fits 2015-2021 Jeep Renegade, Main Drive. Fits 2005-2010 Kia Sportage, Main Drive. Fits 2008-2009 Hyundai Tucson, Main Drive. Fits 1997-2002 Jeep Wrangler, Main Drive, fits vehicles without air conditioning. Fits 1996-2000 Jeep Cherokee, Main Drive, fits vehicles without air conditioning. This part cross-references Gates K060790 and ACDelco 6K790 for the same application. The Dayco 5060790 also appears in fitments for Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, and Mercedes-Benz GLE300d applications listed in the vehicle coverage data.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or slipping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or rib wear on the existing serpentine belt
• Loss of accessory drive performance in the main drive system
• Belt replacement needs on high-mileage Hyundai, Kia, Jeep, and Mercedes-Benz applications
• Fitment-specific replacement for vehicles with air conditioning or without air conditioning, where noted

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the belt length, rib count, and cross section against the original belt before installation. Confirm whether the vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, power steering, or other listed configuration notes, since several applications require those details for correct fitment. Inspect pulleys, tensioners, and idlers for wear before installing the new belt so the accessory drive system can track properly.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures this belt to SAE J1459 and SAE J2432 standards, with EPDM and aramid reinforcement selected for demanding accessory drive service. The 5060790 is specified for a broad range of confirmed main drive applications, including Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Hyundai Tucson, and Kia Sportage fitments.