Roadmax 3K267AP Serpentine Belt - Power Steering or Water Pump

Roadmax 3K267AP Serpentine Belt Overview

The Roadmax 3K267AP is an automotive V-ribbed belt in the standard line, built for drivers who want dependable belt performance without stepping up to a premium belt. Made with EPDM and polyester cord reinforcement, it is sized for accessory drive applications such as water pump drive service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.

Use this serpentine belt when you need a direct-fit replacement for the specified water pump applications on vehicles including the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Sable. The Roadmax 3K267AP part number is also referenced in cross-application catalogs for related 3-rib belt setups.

Key Features

• Part number: 3K267AP
• Automotive V-ribbed belt, standard line
• EPDM construction for everyday accessory drive service
• Polyester cord material for belt reinforcement
• 3-rib design
• Top width: 0.42 in. / 11 mm
• Effective length: 26.8 in. / 681 mm
• Outside circumference: 27.38 in. / 695 mm
• Fits water pump positions on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications

Product Details

Roadmax positions the Automotive V-Ribbed Belt (Standard) line for budget-conscious buyers who still want a quality replacement belt. The 3K267AP uses EPDM belt material and polyester cord reinforcement to match the dimensional requirements of the listed applications, including Ford Escape water pump fitments, Mazda Tribute water pump fitments, and Mercury Sable water pump fitments. This belt is sized as a 3-rib K-section belt with an effective length of 681 mm, making it suitable for vehicles that call for this specific profile and length.

This part cross-references Gates K030267 for the same application.

Common Problems This Belt Can Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or visible wear on the existing belt
• Incorrect belt length after a previous replacement
• Loss of proper drive to the water pump on listed applications
• Fitment issues on 3-rib K-section belt systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the belt routing, rib count, and measured length before installation. This belt is listed for water pump applications on specific Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models, including the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Sable, so verify the vehicle year, engine configuration, and tensioner setup against the fitment data before ordering. Inspect pulleys and the tensioner for wear before installing the new belt to help ensure proper tracking.

Quality Assurance

Roadmax markets this standard V-ribbed belt line as a practical replacement option for customers who want quality construction without premium-belt performance features. EPDM belt material and polyester cord reinforcement provide the core construction details for this application-specific replacement.