Roadmax 6K956AP Serpentine Belt

Roadmax 6K956AP Serpentine Belt Overview

The Roadmax 6K956AP is a standard 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 sized for accessory drive applications that require a 6-rib serpentine belt with a 95.52-inch effective length.

This Roadmax serpentine belt is a direct-fit option for a wide range of vehicles, including Volvo V60, XC90, S60, S90, V90, V90 Cross Country, and XC60 applications, along with select Saab, Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Cadillac, Mercury, and Oldsmobile models. Part number 6K956AP is also cross-referenced to Gates K060956 and K060956HD for the same application.

Key Features

• Standard automotive V-ribbed belt for accessory drive systems
• EPDM construction for everyday durability
• Polyester cord material for belt stability
• 6-rib design for multi-groove pulley engagement
• Top width: 0.807 in. / 20 mm
• Effective length: 95.52 in. / 2426 mm
• Outside circumference: 96.081 in. / 2440 mm
• Roadmax part number: 6K956AP

Product Details

Roadmax positions the Automotive V-Ribbed Belt (Standard) line as a practical replacement choice for budget-conscious repairs where quality matters, but premium belt performance is not required. The 6K956AP uses EPDM rubber and polyester reinforcement to deliver a conventional serpentine belt solution for engines that rely on a 6-rib accessory drive layout. With its K cross-section designation and OE-style dimensions, it is suited to routine belt replacement on vehicles such as the Volvo XC90, Volvo S60, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic when the listed configuration matches.

What This Belt Helps Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn serpentine belt
• Cracking, glazing, or rib wear on the accessory drive belt
• Loss of belt grip on alternator, power steering, or A/C drive pulleys
• Service replacement for vehicles with the specified 6-rib belt dimensions
• Fitment needs for select Volvo, Saab, GM, Ford, Cadillac, and Mercury applications

Installation Notes and Fitment Tips

Verify the belt length, rib count, and engine accessory configuration before installation. Fitment includes many vehicle-specific notes, such as W/A.C., W/O A.C., W/130A. Alt., W/145A. Alt., and W/O Center Idler Pulley, so the exact application must match the vehicle listing. Fits 2017-2022 Volvo V60, N/A; Fits 2016-2022 Volvo XC90, N/A; Fits 2016-2021 Volvo S60, N/A; Fits 2017-2021 Volvo S90, N/A; Fits 2018-2021 Volvo V90, N/A; Fits 2017-2021 Volvo V90 Cross Country, N/A; Fits 2017-2021 Volvo XC60, N/A. For older applications such as the Saab 9-5, Chevrolet Astro, and GMC Safari, confirm the listed accessory and A/C notes before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Roadmax’s standard belt line is aimed at practical replacement use with materials selected for everyday service. The EPDM belt construction and polyester cord reinforcement support consistent operation in accessory drive systems across the listed fitments.