Gates 6PK1660 Serpentine Belt

Gates 6PK1660 Serpentine Belt Overview

The Gates Premium OE Micro-V Belt 6PK1660 is a precision-fit serpentine belt built for import and domestic cars and trucks that require OE-size, OE-construction replacement performance. With a 6-rib Micro-V profile, EPDM belt material, and polyester cord reinforcement, it is built to match the original belt dimensions and operating characteristics specified for the application.

Compatible with select 1999-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta applications, this belt is a direct-fit option for vehicles using the 6PK1660 size. The Gates 6PK1660 is also cross-referenced to Bando 6PK1660 for the same application.

Key Features

• Premium OE Micro-V belt from Gates
• Part number: 6PK1660
• 6-rib automotive V-ribbed belt design
• EPDM belt material for modern accessory drive systems
• Polyester cord material for strength and stability
• Effective length: 1660 mm / 65.52 in
• Top width: 21 mm / .807 in
• OE performance rating

Product Line Details

Gates Premium OE Micro-V belts are built to match OE size, construction, and materials. That approach helps maintain proper belt fit and accessory drive operation in vehicles that depend on accurate belt geometry for alternator, power steering, and other driven accessories.

Detailed Description

The Gates 6PK1660 serpentine belt is a standard automotive V-ribbed belt with a K-section profile and an outside circumference of 1660 mm. Its EPDM construction is suited to modern belt drive systems, while the polyester cord helps support dimensional stability under load. For drivers servicing a Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, or Jetta from 1999-2003, this belt provides the OE-style dimensions needed for the correct accessory drive setup.

Use the Gates 6PK1660 when replacing a worn or stretched serpentine belt on the specified Volkswagen applications. The belt’s OE performance rating and precision-fit construction make it a practical choice for routine maintenance on the accessory drive belt system.

What This Belt Helps Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn serpentine belt
• Cracking, glazing, or visible belt wear
• Loss of proper accessory drive tension
• Charging, steering, or accessory drive issues caused by belt slip
• Replacement needs during scheduled belt service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the belt routing and confirm the 6PK1660 size before installation. Inspect pulleys, tensioners, and idlers for wear or misalignment, since those conditions can shorten belt life. For best results, replace the belt only after confirming the vehicle’s accessory drive configuration matches the listed fitment.

• Fits 1999-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, W/A.C.; W/Solution Kit; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 1999-2003 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, W/A.C.; W/Solution Kit; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 1999-2003 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, W/A.C.; W/Solution Kit; Premium OE Micro-V Belt

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this Premium OE Micro-V Belt to OE-size and OE-material standards for the listed applications. The 6PK1660 is engineered for direct replacement use in the specified Volkswagen models and is backed by Gates’ product quality standards.