2015 Kia Optima Belts and Hoses

MacKay utilizes leading edge rubber technology and compounds, supported by in-house processes from rubber mixing to final product. This ensures hoses are made to the strict specifications required for the advanced motor vehicles of the 21st century. In vehicles of today, a hose has to be designed to withstand the stresses of modern, more compact but powerful engines that run hotter and at a higher pressure. Other factors include smaller engine compartments with poor heat dissipation, aggressive coolant additives, and stray (electrochemical) current that may be conducting through the cooling system. In short, the smaller but more powerful engines of today work a lot harder than the larger engines that were standard before. More heat is generated, higher burst pressures are required in cooling system components, and hoses have to be made tougher to withstand these demands. MacKay’s research and development chemists have developed new rubber formulations and manufacturing processes that ensure MacKay hoses meet the greater wear and heat demands created by modern engines. Rubber compounds used in automotive hoses today are predominantly synthetic rubber formulation. All MacKay coolant hoses are made from EPDM compounds that are highly resistant to ozone attack. Hoses made from some other rubber compounds may be subject to ozone deterioration.

Product Features:

• Excellent resistance to high temperatures
• Resists chemical attack (oils, fuels etc.)
• Excellent Ozone resistance
• Good resistance to abrasion
• High resistance to vibration

The Dayco curved radiator hose features knitted reinforcement, a protective sleeve and a synthetic EPDM rubber construction for high-strength performance, protection against abrasion and resistance to oil, mud, salt, road debris, ozone and coolants. It can also withstand temperature variations of -40 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C) to +257 Deg. F (+125 Deg. C). The inner base tube is reinforced with knitted rayon for maximum strength and burst resistance for the life of the hose.

Product Features:

• Meets SAE J20R4, Class D-1 requirements
• Meets Type EC electro-chemical requirements as specified in SAE J1684, which prevents inner tube deterioration caused by the build-up of static electric charges
• Provides excellent protection against external elements

The Dayco curved radiator hose features knitted reinforcement, a protective sleeve and a synthetic EPDM rubber construction for high-strength performance, protection against abrasion and resistance to oil, mud, salt, road debris, ozone and coolants. It can also withstand temperature variations of -40 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C) to +257 Deg. F (+125 Deg. C). The inner base tube is reinforced with knitted rayon for maximum strength and burst resistance for the life of the hose.

Product Features:

• Meets SAE J20R4, Class D-1 requirements
• Meets Type EC electro-chemical requirements as specified in SAE J1684, which prevents inner tube deterioration caused by the build-up of static electric charges
• Provides excellent protection against external elements

This pulley is manufactured by Litens Automotive the original equipment part supplier and the inventor of the first automatic belt tensioner in 1979 and today the world’s largest supplier of Original Equipment (O.E.) belt tensioning and routing products. This pulley is produced for serpentine belt routing applications and as the pulley component on automatic tensioner applications. This pulley conforms to original equipment material, tolerances, and specifications. The part is made in Canada using the O.E. specified design and meets all performance and durability requirements. Heavy duty polymer construction for long life and trouble-free performance. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket.

Dayco idler/tensioner pulleys are built with smoother surfaces and tighter dimensional tolerances, which translates to less vibration and longer belt life. In addition to stamped, forged steel and powdered metal pulleys, Dayco also designs ultra-strong pl

Product Features:

• Designed for the majority of automotive vehicle applications on the road today
• High-quality materials help resist wear and improve belt life
• Features premium lubricated bearings to extend service life

Product Features:

• Steel and thermoplastic construction designed to tight manufacturing tolerances for high durability and quality performance
• Built to last with a superior resistance to dirt, salt, chemicals and other under-hood contaminants
• OE-quality fit for virtually every domestic or import vehicle on the road today
• Bearings meet or exceed OE standards with application-specific speed and load requirements, to withstand high under hood temperatures
• Premium bearings eliminate bearing noise
• Mounting hardware included for some popular applications
• Reliable operation under severe conditions

This replacement accessory drive belt idler pulley has been engineered to match the function and performance of the original pulley on select vehicle years, makes and models, properly restoring critical vehicle operations.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this accessory drive belt idler pulley matches the fit and function of the original equipment pulley on specified vehicles
• Restores performance – fixes a failed, squealing or groaning noise from a worn idler pulley
• Application specific – reverse engineered from the original design on certain vehicle years, makes and models
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and quality specialists in the United States

Dayco idler/tensioner pulleys are built with smoother surfaces and tighter dimensional tolerances, which translates to less vibration and longer belt life. In addition to stamped, forged steel and powdered metal pulleys, Dayco also designs ultra-strong plastic pulleys with specially formulated glass-filled polymers that resist wear and tear. Premium lubricated ball bearings and double high temperature seals ensure peak bearing performance, the most critical element of a pulley’s service life.

Product Features:

• Designed for the majority of automotive vehicle applications on the road today
• High-quality materials help resist wear and improve belt life
• Features premium lubricated bearings to extend service life
• Meets or exceeds OE quality

This replacement accessory drive belt idler pulley has been engineered to match the function and performance of the original pulley on select vehicle years, makes and models, properly restoring critical vehicle operations.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this accessory drive belt idler pulley matches the fit and function of the original equipment pulley on specified vehicles
• Restores performance – fixes a failed, squealing or groaning noise from a worn idler pulley
• Application specific – reverse engineered from the original design on certain vehicle years, makes and models
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and quality specialists in the United States

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is manufactured to fit specific applications. Similar to OEM specifications. Approved for marine applications.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
• Pre-shaped to fit and to ensure perfectly sealed conditions
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement: heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A (except for tolerances)
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

The Dayco curved radiator hose features knitted reinforcement, a protective sleeve and a synthetic EPDM rubber construction for high-strength performance, protection against abrasion and resistance to oil, mud, salt, road debris, ozone and coolants. It can also withstand temperature variations of -40 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C) to +257 Deg. F (+125 Deg. C). The inner base tube is reinforced with knitted rayon for maximum strength and burst resistance for the life of the hose.

Product Features:

• Meets SAE J20R4, Class D-1 requirements
• Meets Type EC electro-chemical requirements as specified in SAE J1684, which prevents inner tube deterioration caused by the build-up of static electric charges
• Provides excellent protection against external elements

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is manufactured to fit specific applications. Similar to OEM specifications. Approved for marine applications.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
• Pre-shaped to fit and to ensure perfectly sealed conditions
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement: heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A (except for tolerances)
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

Dayco, Drive Belt

Bando USA has been a leading OE supplier to automotive manufacturers for over 50 years and Bando serpentine belts are original equipment on over 70% of the top 10 selling vehicles in North America. Bando USA will not compromise on critical quality measurements. Bando belts are produced to the same, more precise OE metric size to deliver an exact fit within the millimeter, ensuring a perfect fit every time. In addition to exact metric sizing, Bando USA aftermarket serpentine belts provide true OE performance for its aftermarket belts, as they are produced on the same manufacturing lines as the OE belts. Installation Note: The manufacturer recommends checking and/or replacing idler and tensioner bearings when replacing the serpentine belts

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent.
• Direct fit for easy installation.
• Resistant against wear, oil and heat.
• Strong tensile cords limit stretching.
• Supports higher horsepower loads.
• Made from high strength synthetic rubber.

The Mitsuboshi Multi Rib (Serpentine) Belt meets or exceeds the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications for durability, fit and quality. Installation Note: The manufacturer recommends checking and/or replacing idler and tensioner bearings when replacing the serpentine belts

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent.
• Direct fit for easy installation.
• Resistant against wear, oil and heat.

Constructed with aramid reinforced EPDM compounds, the Dayco poly-V serpentine belt delivers  more than just OE quality. Developed through extensive laboratory and road testing, the rib profile in this EPDM belt has been engineered to conform to high mileage, worn or misaligned drives and helps eliminate noisy belt conditions. Dayco poly rib serpentine belts offer extensive flexibility and longer service life, while handling higher workloads and temperatures.

Product Features:

• Provides full coverage for today’s light-duty vehicle market, especially vehicles with troublesome drives
• Engineered to help address noise issues caused by the belt drive 
• Capable of handling more extreme temperatures and workloads
• Made in the USA

Constructed with aramid reinforced EPDM compounds, the Dayco poly-V serpentine belt delivers  more than just OE quality. Developed through extensive laboratory and road testing, the rib profile in this EPDM belt has been engineered to conform to high mile

Product Features:

• Provides full coverage for today’s light-duty vehicle market, especially vehicles with troublesome drives
• Engineered to help address noise issues caused by the belt drive 
• Capable of handling more extreme temperatures and workloads

Constructed with aramid reinforced EPDM compounds, the Dayco poly-V serpentine belt delivers  more than just OE quality. Developed through extensive laboratory and road testing, the rib profile in this EPDM belt has been engineered to conform to high mile

Product Features:

• Provides full coverage for today’s light-duty vehicle market, especially vehicles with troublesome drives
• Engineered to help address noise issues caused by the belt drive 
• Capable of handling more extreme temperatures and workloads

Radiator Hose

The Dayco curved radiator hose features knitted reinforcement, a protective sleeve and a synthetic EPDM rubber construction for high-strength performance, protection against abrasion and resistance to oil, mud, salt, road debris, ozone and coolants. It can also withstand temperature variations of -40 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C) to +257 Deg. F (+125 Deg. C). The inner base tube is reinforced with knitted rayon for maximum strength and burst resistance for the life of the hose.

Product Features:

• Meets SAE J20R4, Class D-1 requirements
• Meets Type EC electro-chemical requirements as specified in SAE J1684, which prevents inner tube deterioration caused by the build-up of static electric charges
• Provides excellent protection against external elements

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is manufactured to fit specific applications. Similar to OEM specifications. Approved for marine applications.

Product Features:

• Specifically-engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
• Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
• Pre-shaped to fit and to ensure perfectly sealed conditions
• EPDM tube: synthetic fiber knit reinforcement: heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
• Meets requirements of SAE 20R4, class D2 and DIN 73411, class A (except for tolerances)
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Note: Gates recommends replacing hose clamps each time a new coolant hose is installed
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

Providing reliable service in applications requiring molded hoses in small diameters, the Dayco small I.D. heater hose is designed to replace OEM coolant hoses. Made with the same bends and routing as the original assembly, this molded hose is meant to fit the vehicle precisely. The knitted reinforcement and synthetic EPDM construction provide high-strength performance and resistance to detrimental environmental elements, coolants and temperature variations of -40°F (-40°C) to +257°F (+125°C) and the “quick connect” end allows for fast, convenient installation.

Product Features:

• Meets the requirements of SAE J20R3, Class D-1
• Designed to meet Type EC electro-chemical requirements as specified in SAE J1684, which prevents inner tube deterioration caused by the build-up of static electric charges
• Engineered as an OEM replacement
• The knitted polyester reinforcement provides high burst strength and resists degradation from temperature extremes and moisture

Premium hose constructed for long service life.

Product Features:

• Good resistance to high temperatures for extended periods of time, which prolongs service life
• Meets SAE 20R3 Standard Wall Class D-2 requirements
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications
• PLEASE NOTE: Item is priced and sold by the foot. See store for details.

Specially designed for difficult heater hose applications requiring sharp 90 degree bends in the hose. Eliminates the need for extensive inventory of OE type curved heater hose. Just 22 sizes handle thousands of applications.

Product Features:

• Resists electrochemical degradation and water permeation
• Use with heater hose connectors and bulk heater hose to create custom assemblies
• Compatible for coolant, air and water applications
• EPDM tube and cover, synthetic fiber reinforcement
• SAE 20R3 EC Class D1, SAE 20R4 EC Class D1
• Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +275 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +135 Deg. C)
• Caution: Do not use for fuel or oil transfer applications

The Original Equipment Accessory Belt Tensioner Assembly is the ORIGINAL part, supplied in a plain box, with the car manufacturer’s logo on the part.

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent and a direct fit application
• High quality precision spring tension assembly
• OE specified bearing and pulley assembly
• Durable long life performance

This genuine Litens belt tensioner is supplied by the original equipment tensioner supplier and meets all form, fit, and performance characteristics of the original equipment part (with the exception of not having the car manufacturer’s logo or part number applied to the part). As with the original equipment part, this tensioner is manufactured in Korea for these Hyundai/Kia applications. Manufactured with an O.E. specified heavy duty steel pulley. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket.

This Litens supplied tensioner is manufactured by the original equipment (O.E.) manufacturer. This part is specifically designed for Hyundai / Kia applications. Heavy duty steel pulley construction ensures long life and trouble-free performance. This tensioner meets or exceeds all original equipment fit, form, and performance characteristics. Litens is the world’s largest supplier of original equipment (O.E.) power transmission products. At Litens, we design systems that are more efficient, resulting in tangible fuel economy/emissions benefits. Litens holds over 2000 patents and continues to respond to the ever-changing automotive industry by investing heavily in new technology, facilities, and people. 90% of our line is made of products coming from the OE manufacturer, which makes the Litens Tensioning Products portfolio the purest OE tensioning line in the North American aftermarket.

The Dayco automatic belt tensioner features Dayco’s original, patented flat spring design to provide less operating range variation. It reduces the risk of premature accessory bearing failure due to high tension and lessens the risk of belt noise and slippage – or poor performance caused by low tension. A PTFE string wound within the spring resists abrasion and dampens noise. Dayco’s tensioner is also designed with a heavy-duty cast aluminum spring case and arm, which helps resist cracking and fatigue and offers additional strength, lessening the risk of distortion. Additional premium thermoplastic rubber spring slot plugs and rubber O-ring seals help keep contaminants out and zinc coated mounting bolts resist rust.

Product Features:

• Endures the toughest conditions while promoting quieter performance and longer life
• Features a steel pivot tube on specific designs for enhanced stability
• Built to outperform and outlast competitive OE parts