Gates 9265 Accessory Drive Belt - Power Steering, Power Steering and Water Pump or Water Pump To Power Steering

Gates 9265 High Capacity V-Belt Overview

The Gates 9265 High Capacity V-Belt is a replacement accessory drive belt for demanding engine drives that need stable power transfer and consistent tension. It is built for applications such as Mitsubishi Galant, Eclipse, Mirage, Cordia, and Tredia, as well as Dodge Colt and Plymouth Laser fitments listed below.

Gates High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) construction uses a notched profile and EPDM belt material to handle heat in the engine bay while helping reduce slippage and belt noise as operating temperatures rise.

Key Features

• Part number: 9265
• Gates High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) design
• Notched construction for improved flexibility
• EPDM belt material for heat resistance
• Polyester cord material for strength and stability
• HC50 section with 36-degree angle
• Top width: 12 mm (.47 in)
• Effective length: 673 mm (26.5 in)
• Outside circumference: 689 mm (27.13 in)
• Single-strand belt design

Detailed Description

Gates 9265 is an accessory drive belt engineered for vehicles that route power between the water pump and power steering, or in some applications power steering only. The notched EPDM construction is suited to engine heat cycling, allowing the belt to tighten as temperatures rise and helping maintain drive performance. This makes it a practical choice for older Mitsubishi and Dodge applications where belt stability and noise control matter.

This part cross-references Continental 13X685 and Standard Ignition V210 for the same application. Fits 1990-1993 Mitsubishi Galant, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1985-1987 Mitsubishi Galant, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1991-1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1991-1992 Mitsubishi Mirage, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1989 Mitsubishi Mirage, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1989-1991 Dodge Colt, Power Steering; Fits 1984-1987 Dodge Colt, Power Steering; Fits 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Power Steering and Water Pump; Fits 1990 Plymouth Laser, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1988-1989 Dodge Colt, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1983-1988 Mitsubishi Cordia, Water Pump To Power Steering; Fits 1983-1988 Mitsubishi Tredia, Water Pump To Power Steering.

What It Helps Address

• Belt slippage under engine heat
• Squealing or noise from a worn accessory drive belt
• Loss of consistent drive to the water pump or power steering
• Cracking, glazing, or wear on an aging V-belt
• Uneven belt tracking in high-heat engine compartments

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt length, top width, and section before installation to match the original drive layout. Inspect pulleys, tensioner condition, and accessory alignment before fitting the new belt. For Mitsubishi Galant, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Dodge Colt applications, confirm whether the vehicle uses the water pump to power steering routing or the power steering-only routing shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this belt as part of its automotive accessory drive belt lineup, using EPDM and polyester cord construction for durability in engine-bay service. The design is intended to maintain performance in heat-loaded applications and support reliable accessory drive operation.