Gates K040539 Serpentine Belt

Gates Premium OE Micro-V Belt K040539

The Gates Premium OE Micro-V Belt K040539 is a precision-fit serpentine belt built for import and domestic cars and trucks that rely on accurate accessory drive performance. It matches OE size, construction, and materials to support consistent operation in the belt drive system.

Key Features

• Premium OE Micro-V belt from Gates
• Part number K040539
• 4-rib automotive V-ribbed belt, standard type
• EPDM belt material for durability in accessory drive service
• Polyester cord construction for stable belt performance
• OE Performance comparison rating
• Effective length: 1370 mm (53.95 in)
• Outside circumference: 1385 mm (54.521 in)
• Top width: 14 mm (.56 in)

Product Details

Gates Micro-V belts are built to match original equipment dimensions and material specifications, helping maintain proper drive alignment and accessory operation. This K040539 serpentine belt is a direct-fit option for vehicles that use a 4-rib K-section belt, including applications such as the Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Ford Explorer, Ford Edge, Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKC, Lincoln MKT, and Ford SSV Plug-In Hybrid. If you are searching for a Gates K040539 serpentine belt for a Ford Escape or Ford Fusion accessory drive repair, this part is built to the OE profile required by those applications.

This part cross-references Bando 4PK1370 and Continental 4040540 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or fraying on the belt surface
• Loss of proper drive to alternator, power steering, or other belt-driven accessories
• Incorrect belt length or rib profile from a previous replacement
• Reduced belt tracking caused by wear in the existing serpentine belt

Installation Notes

Verify belt routing, rib count, and length before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s accessory drive configuration, including the 175A alternator note where listed in fitment, and inspect pulleys, tensioner, and idlers for wear before installing the new belt. Proper tension and pulley alignment are important for long service life and quiet operation.

Quality Assurance

Gates builds its Premium OE Micro-V belt line to OE size, construction, and material standards for dependable accessory drive performance. The K040539 is specified as an OE Performance belt for the listed Ford and Lincoln applications.

Fitment

• Fits 2013-2020 Ford Escape, N/A; W/175A. Alt.; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2017-2020 Ford Fusion, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2013-2020 Lincoln MKZ, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2014-2019 Ford Explorer, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2019 Ford SSV Plug-In Hybrid, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2016-2018 Ford Edge, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2013-2017 Ford Taurus, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2014-2016 Ford Fusion, N/A; W/175A. Alt.; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKT, N/A; Premium OE Micro-V Belt
• Fits 2013 Ford Explorer, N/A; Sept. 5, 2012 & Newer; Premium OE Micro-V Belt