Gates 7473 Accessory Drive Belt - Fan and Air Conditioning

Gates 7473 High Capacity V-Belt Overview

The Gates 7473 is a High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) built for accessory drive systems that need stable belt tracking and consistent power transfer. It is a notched EPDM belt with polyester cord construction, made to handle demanding engine drives while helping reduce slippage and belt noise.

Compatible With 1976-1987 Chevrolet Chevette, Fan and Air Conditioning, and other listed applications including Pontiac Acadian and Pontiac T1000. This Gates XL V-belt is also cross-referenced to common aftermarket and OE-style part numbers for the same application.

Key Features

• Gates part number 7473
• High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) construction for accessory drive use
• Notched design helps the belt conform to pulleys
• EPDM belt material for durability in engine bay heat
• Polyester cord material for strength and dimensional stability
• HC41 section with 36-degree angle
• Effective length: 47.25 in. / 1200 mm
• Outside circumference: 48.07 in. / 1221 mm
• Top width: 0.41 in. / 10 mm

Product Details

Gates 7473 is part of the Gates High Capacity V-Belt line, a standard replacement belt format for accessory drive belt systems. The notched profile is used to improve flexibility as the belt runs over pulleys, while the EPDM construction is selected for heat resistance in underhood conditions. Gates describes this belt as tightening on the drive as engine temperature rises, which helps limit slip, improve belt performance, and reduce operating noise.

Fits 1976-1987 Chevrolet Chevette, Fan and Air Conditioning; Fits 1976-1987 Pontiac Acadian, Fan and Air Conditioning; Fits 1981-1987 Pontiac T1000, Fan and Air Conditioning; Fits 1982-1984 Chevrolet Camaro, Fan and Air Conditioning; Fits 1982-1984 Pontiac Firebird, Fan and Air Conditioning.

This part cross-references Dayco 15472 and Bosch 15473 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Replacing a worn or glazed accessory drive belt
• Correcting belt squeal from slippage
• Restoring fan and air conditioning drive operation
• Addressing cracking, fraying, or heat-related belt wear
• Maintaining proper belt tension and pulley engagement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt length, top width, and section designation before installation. Inspect pulleys, tensioners, and accessory alignment for wear or damage, since pulley condition can affect belt tracking and noise. Confirm the belt path matches the vehicle’s fan and air conditioning drive layout before final tensioning.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized manufacturer of automotive drive belts, and this belt uses EPDM construction with polyester cord reinforcement for long service life in demanding engine environments. Part number 7473 is built to the listed HC41 specifications for the confirmed applications above.