Gates DK060956 Serpentine Belt

Gates Dual-Sided Micro-V Belt DK060956

The Gates DK060956 is a premium OE dual-sided Micro-V serpentine belt built for accessory drive systems that need efficient power transfer. It is sized for small diameter pulleys and can be used with or without automatic tensioners, making it a direct-fit service part for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth minivans.

Key Features

• Dual-sided automotive V-ribbed belt for serpentine drive systems
• Premium OE Dual Sided Micro-V Belt line from Gates
• EPDM belt material for durability in accessory drive service
• Polyester cord construction for stable belt performance
• 6-rib design with K section profile
• Effective length: 95.56 in. (2427 mm)
• Outside circumference: 95.75 in. (2432 mm)
• Top width: 0.807 in. (20 mm)
• OE performance rating for original-equipment-style replacement

Product Details

The Gates Premium OE Dual Sided Micro-V Belt line is engineered for vehicles that use a dual-sided serpentine layout, where the belt must transmit power efficiently across multiple accessory pulleys. DK060956 is a Gates serpentine belt with EPDM construction and polyester cord reinforcement, built around a 6-rib K-section profile for small pulley applications. This part number, DK060956, is listed for 1996-2000 Chrysler Town & Country, 1996-2000 Dodge Caravan, and 1996-2000 Plymouth Voyager, along with other Chrysler minivan applications shown in the fitment data.

This part cross-references Continental D4060956 and Litens D4060956A for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or slipping from a worn dual-sided serpentine belt
• Cracking, glazing, or rib wear on the accessory drive belt
• Loss of efficient power transfer to belt-driven accessories
• Belt tracking issues on small diameter pulleys
• Service replacement needs on vehicles using a dual-sided V-ribbed belt layout

Installation Notes

• Verify the belt path and pulley routing before installation.
• Confirm the vehicle uses a dual-sided V-ribbed belt and the listed length specification.
• Inspect pulleys, tensioner operation, and accessory alignment before installing DK060956.
• Use the fitment notes carefully; several applications require a previously installed solution kit only.
• Fits 1996-2000 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A; Fits 1996-2000 Dodge Caravan, N/A; Fits 1996-2000 Plymouth Voyager, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a recognized OE-focused brand in accessory drive components, and this belt carries an OE performance rating for original-equipment-style service. DK060956 is built to match the demands of dual-sided serpentine drive systems used on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth minivans.