Gates K060532 Serpentine Belt

Gates Premium OE Micro-V Belt K060532

The Gates K060532 serpentine belt is a Premium OE Micro-V belt built for import and domestic cars and trucks that need accurate belt fit and steady accessory drive performance. With OE-matched size, construction, and materials, it supports dependable operation in applications such as Mercedes-Benz SLK230, Mercedes-Benz C230, Ford Escort, and Mercury Tracer.

Key Features

• Premium OE Micro-V belt from Gates
• Part number K060532 for direct reference and ordering
• 6-rib automotive V-ribbed belt design
• EPDM belt material for durable accessory drive service
• Polyester cord construction for strength and stability
• OE Performance comparison rating
• Effective length: 53.27 in. (1353 mm)
• Outside circumference: 53.835 in. (1367 mm)
• Top width: 0.807 in. (20 mm)

Product Details

Gates Micro-V belts are engineered to match OE size, construction, and materials so the belt tracks correctly and maintains proper drive function across the accessory system. The K060532 uses a standard automotive V-ribbed profile with six ribs, EPDM rubber, and polyester cord reinforcement for consistent fitment in the specified applications. This part number is also commonly referenced as K060532HD in related listings, and it cross-references Bando 6PK1355 for the same application.

Compatible With 2000-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, alternator and supercharger; 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230, alternator and supercharger; 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, alternator and air conditioning; 1998-2000 Dodge Stratus, alternator and air conditioning; 1998-2000 Plymouth Breeze, alternator and air conditioning; 1994-1996 Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer, factory A/C or HVAC heater hose with A/C serpentine belt applications. The Gates K060532 is also a fitment match for select OE replacement searches involving Mercedes-Benz SLK230 serpentine belt and Ford Escort accessory drive belt applications.

Common Problems This Belt Can Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or rib wear on the existing serpentine belt
• Loss of proper alternator, A/C, or supercharger drive performance
• Belt length or profile mismatch after replacement
• Reduced belt tracking caused by age-related material breakdown

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rib count, effective length, and outside circumference before installation to confirm the correct replacement. Inspect pulleys, tensioners, and idlers for wear or misalignment before fitting the new belt, since damaged components can shorten belt life and affect tracking. Use the vehicle-specific routing path for the listed Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, and Mercury applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates positions the Premium OE Micro-V Belt line as an OE-style replacement built to match original equipment dimensions and materials for dependable accessory drive operation. The K060532 is specified as an OE Performance belt for the listed applications.