Gates K040405 Serpentine Belt - Fan and Alternator or Power Steering and Water Pump

Gates Premium OE Micro-V Belt K040405

The Gates K040405 is a Premium OE Micro-V serpentine belt built for import and domestic vehicles that need precise belt fit and consistent accessory drive performance. It uses OE-matched size, construction, and materials to support dependable operation in applications such as the Ford Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Nissan Quest, and Nissan Maxima.

Key Features

• Premium OE Micro-V belt from Gates
• Part number K040405 for direct replacement lookup
• 4-rib automotive V-ribbed belt design
• EPDM belt material for durability in accessory drive service
• Polyester cord construction for stable belt strength
• OE Performance rating for OE-style fit and function
• Effective length: 1032 mm (40.649 in)
• Outside circumference: 1047 mm (41.25 in)
• Top width: 14 mm (.56 in)

Product Details

Gates Premium OE Micro-V belts are engineered to match original equipment dimensions, materials, and construction so the accessory drive system can operate as intended. The K040405 is a K-section, 4-rib serpentine belt that measures 1032 mm in effective length and 1047 mm in outside circumference, making it a precise replacement choice for vehicles that specify this profile. This part number is commonly searched for Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair applications, as well as Nissan Quest, Nissan Maxima, and Nissan 300ZX fitments.

This part cross-references Dayco 5040405 and Continental 4PK1028 for the same application.

Used For

• Replacing a worn or cracked serpentine belt
• Correcting belt squeal caused by glazing or loss of grip
• Restoring accessory drive operation on alternator-driven systems
• Addressing belt slip in power steering and water pump applications
• Supporting proper fan and alternator drive function on select Nissan 300ZX models

Installation Notes

Verify belt routing, rib count, and measured length against the vehicle’s accessory drive diagram before installation. Confirm the application by year, make, model, and position: Fits 2023-2024 Ford Escape, N/A; Fits 2023-2024 Lincoln Corsair, N/A; Fits 1993-2002 Nissan Quest, Power Steering and Water Pump; Fits 1993-1998 Mercury Villager, Power Steering and Water Pump; Fits 1985-1994 Nissan Maxima, Power Steering and Water Pump; Fits 1984-1989 Nissan 300ZX, Fan and Alternator. Inspect pulleys, tensioner condition, and belt alignment before fitting the new belt. The K040405 part number should be matched to the OE-style belt specification for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates positions the Premium OE Micro-V belt line as an OE-style replacement program with matched size, construction, and materials for consistent vehicle performance. The K040405 is built to OE Performance expectations for the listed applications.