Roadmax 5K551AP Serpentine Belt

Roadmax 5K551AP Serpentine Belt Overview

The Roadmax 5K551AP is an automotive V-ribbed belt built for drivers who want dependable replacement quality without stepping up to a premium belt line. Made with EPDM and polyester cord reinforcement, it is designed for steady accessory drive performance in everyday service.

This Roadmax serpentine belt is part of the Automotive V-Ribbed Belt (Standard) line, a value-focused product range for routine maintenance on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cruze and Saturn SL series.

Key Features

• Part number: 5K551AP
• EPDM belt construction for durable accessory drive service
• Polyester cord material for reinforced belt stability
• 5-rib cross section for multi-groove pulley engagement
• OE Performance grade type
• Effective length: 1400 mm (55.13 in.)
• Outside circumference: 1415 mm (55.694 in.)
• Top width: 17 mm (.667 in.)

Detailed Description

The Roadmax 5K551AP serpentine belt is engineered as a standard replacement belt for accessory drive systems that rely on a 5-rib V-ribbed profile. Its EPDM construction helps maintain belt integrity in normal underhood temperatures, while the polyester cord supports consistent tension and belt tracking. The 17 mm top width and 1400 mm effective length make this belt a direct-match option for applications that call for this size specification.

Compatible With Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Cruze Limited, Chevrolet Cruze NG, Saturn SL, Saturn SL1, Saturn SC1, and Saturn SW1 applications listed in the fitment data. This part cross-references Gates K050551 and Bando 5PK1400 for the same application. Search terms such as 2012-2015 Chevrolet Cruze serpentine belt, 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited accessory drive belt, and Saturn SL serpentine belt without A.C. align with this part number and fitment profile.

What This Belt Helps Address

• Squealing or slipping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or rib wear on the existing serpentine belt
• Loss of proper drive to alternator, power steering, or other belt-driven accessories
• Incorrect belt length or rib count during replacement service
• Routine maintenance on high-mileage Chevrolet Cruze and Saturn belt drive systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt routing, rib count, and length against the vehicle application before installation. This belt is listed for N/A position fitments and includes notes for specific configurations such as W/O A.C. and W/O P.S. on certain Saturn models. Inspect pulleys, tensioners, and idlers for wear before installing the new belt, and confirm the belt seats fully in each pulley groove after routing.

Quality Assurance

Roadmax positions this standard V-ribbed belt line as a practical OE-performance replacement for budget-conscious maintenance needs. The EPDM construction and reinforced cord design support consistent service in everyday accessory drive applications.