Roadmax 6K532AP Serpentine Belt

Roadmax 6K532AP Serpentine Belt Overview

The Roadmax 6K532AP is an automotive V-ribbed belt built for standard accessory drive applications where dependable operation matters more than premium-duty performance. Made with EPDM and polyester cord reinforcement, it is sized for 6-rib systems and is used on select Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Ford, and Mercury vehicles.

Roadmax positions this belt line for budget-conscious buyers who still want a quality replacement serpentine belt for everyday service. The 6K532AP is a direct-fit style option for accessory drive systems that power components such as the alternator, air conditioning, and supercharger on listed applications.

Key Features

• Part number: 6K532AP
• Automotive V-ribbed belt, standard type
• EPDM belt construction for accessory drive service
• Polyester cord material for reinforcement
• 6-rib design with K cross section
• Effective length: 1353 mm (53.27 in.)
• Outside circumference: 1367 mm (53.835 in.)
• Top width: 20 mm (.807 in.)

Detailed Description

The Roadmax 6K532AP serpentine belt is designed for vehicles that use a 6-rib accessory drive layout. Its EPDM construction and polyester cord reinforcement provide the material profile commonly used in modern serpentine belt applications, while the standard V-ribbed design supports smooth routing around accessory pulleys. This part number, 6K532AP, cross-references Gates K060532 and K060532HD for the same application.

Compatible With select Mercedes-Benz SLK230 and C230 applications, as well as Chrysler Cirrus, Dodge Stratus, Plymouth Breeze, Ford Escort, and Mercury Tracer listings. For fitment-specific searches, this belt is commonly referenced for Mercedes-Benz SLK230 alternator and supercharger drive service and for Ford Escort or Mercury Tracer accessory drive configurations with or without factory-installed air conditioning.

Common Problems This Belt Can Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn accessory drive belt
• Cracking, glazing, or visible wear on the existing serpentine belt
• Loss of proper drive to the alternator, air conditioning, or supercharger
• Belt slippage caused by age-related stretch or surface deterioration
• Service replacement for a belt that no longer matches the original length or rib profile

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rib count, effective length, and outside circumference before installation. Confirm pulley routing against the vehicle’s belt diagram and inspect tensioner and idler pulleys for wear before installing the new belt. This part is listed for specific applications such as 2000-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230, 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, 1998-2000 Dodge Stratus, 1998-2000 Plymouth Breeze, and select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer configurations.

For fitment-based searches, this belt is listed for 2000-2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230, alternator and supercharger; 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230, alternator and supercharger; and 1998-2000 Dodge Stratus, alternator and air conditioning. It also appears in Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications with and without factory-installed air conditioning.

Quality Assurance

Roadmax markets this belt line as a standard replacement option for buyers who want quality construction without stepping up to a premium-performance belt. The EPDM material and polyester cord specification align with common OE-style accessory drive belt requirements for the listed vehicles.