Gates K040355SF Serpentine Belt - Air Conditioning

OE Stretch Fit Belt for Accessory Drive Systems

The Gates K040355SF is a Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt built for vehicles that use a stretch-fit accessory drive setup. It uses self-tensioning technology to deliver the proper fit on applications that require a special installation tool, including air conditioning drive systems on select Ford Transit Connect, Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, and GM truck and SUV platforms.

Gates’ Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt line is focused on OE-style replacement coverage for stretch-fit drives, with construction and sizing matched to the demands of these systems. The K040355SF is specified for exact OE-style fitment and is built with EPDM belt material and nylon cord reinforcement for consistent operation.

• Part number: K040355SF
• Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt for stretch-fit accessory drives
• 4-rib V-ribbed belt design
• EPDM belt material for durability in accessory drive service
• Nylon cord reinforcement
• OE Exact and OE Performance comparison ratings
• Requires a special installation tool
• Effective length: 35.51 in. (902 mm)
• Outside circumference: 36 in. (916 mm)

Vehicle Fitment and Application

Compatible With air conditioning drive systems on select vehicles, including Fits 2022-2023 Ford Transit Connect, Air Conditioning and Fits 2019-2021 Ford Transit Connect, Air Conditioning. It also fits GM full-size vans and trucks such as Fits 2009-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500, Air Conditioning, Fits 2009-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, Air Conditioning, Fits 2009-2020 GMC Savana 2500, Air Conditioning, and Fits 2009-2020 GMC Savana 3500, Air Conditioning.

• Fits 2009-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2019 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2009-2014 GMC Yukon, Air Conditioning
• Fits 2008-2010 Hummer H3, Air Conditioning

This part cross-references Continental 4040355S and Dayco E040357 for the same application. Search terms such as 2022 Ford Transit Connect air conditioning belt, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 A/C belt, and 2009 GMC Yukon stretch fit serpentine belt align with this application. The part number K040355SF is also used across OE-style replacement listings for these vehicles.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a special installation tool, and the belt should be installed only on the specified stretch-fit drive system. Verify routing, pulley condition, and belt alignment before installation. Because this is a stretch-fit design, proper tool use is important for correct seating and service life.

Quality Assurance

Gates designs this belt for OE-style fitment on stretch-fit accessory drive systems and uses EPDM construction with nylon cord reinforcement to support consistent performance in demanding underhood conditions. The K040355SF is part of Gates’ Premium OE Stretch Fit Micro-V Belt coverage for vehicles that require this specific belt type.