Gates K030250SF Serpentine Belt - Water Pump

OE Stretch Fit Belt for Water Pump Drive

The Gates K030250SF is a Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt built for stretch-fit accessory drive systems that do not use a conventional tensioner. It uses Gates self-tensioning technology to deliver a precise fit on the water pump drive for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications.

For shoppers searching for a 2004-2006 Ford Escape water pump belt or a 2005 Ford Taurus stretch fit serpentine belt, this part number provides the OE-style dimensions and construction needed for the listed applications. The Gates K030250SF is also referenced by part number K030250SF for easy catalog matching.

Key Features

• Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt for stretch-fit drive systems
• 3-rib automotive V-ribbed belt construction
• EPDM belt material for heat and wear resistance
• Nylon cord reinforcement for stable belt performance
• Top width: 0.42 in. (11 mm)
• Effective length: 25.04 in. (636 mm)
• Outside circumference: 25.625 in. (650 mm)
• OE Exact and OE Performance comparison ratings

Product Line Details

Gates Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belts are made for unique stretch-fit drive systems where belt length and installation method matter. This line uses self-tensioning belt technology to help maintain proper fit on applications that specify a stretch belt rather than a standard tensioned serpentine belt. Part number K030250SF is part of that OE-focused coverage.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2006 Ford Escape, water pump; Jan. 30, 2006 & older; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2004-2006 Mazda MPV, water pump; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2006 Mazda Tribute, water pump; Jan. 30, 2006 & older; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2006 Mercury Mariner, water pump; Jan. 30, 2006 & older; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2005 Ford Escape, water pump; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2005 Ford Taurus, water pump; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2005 Mazda Tribute, water pump; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2005 Mercury Mariner, water pump; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2004-2005 Mercury Sable, water pump; w/o tensioner; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2001-2004 Ford Escape, water pump; w/o tensioner; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2004 Ford Taurus, water pump; w/o tensioner; 3mm zip tie required for installation.
• Fits 2004 Mazda Tribute, water pump; w/o tensioner; 3mm zip tie required for installation.

What This Belt Helps Address

• Water pump drive belt wear or cracking
• Incorrect belt length on stretch-fit applications
• Belt noise caused by improper fit or aging rubber
• Loss of belt grip from heat-cycled or glazed belt surfaces
• Service replacement for listed Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mazda MPV, Mercury Mariner, Mercury Sable, and Ford Taurus applications

Installation Notes

This belt requires a 3 mm zip tie for installation, and the included instructions reference Sheet E. Confirm the vehicle build date where noted, since some 2006 Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications are limited to Jan. 30, 2006 and older. Verify whether the vehicle is equipped with or without a tensioner before ordering, especially on the listed Ford Escape, Ford Taurus, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Sable applications.

This part cross-references Continental 4030250S and Dayco E030250 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Gates designs this Micro-V Stretch Fit Belt for OE-style fit and performance on the specified stretch-fit drive systems. The EPDM belt compound and nylon cord construction support consistent service in the listed applications, and the OE Exact / OE Performance ratings reflect its intended replacement role.