2019 Kia Sportage Serpentine Belts

Dayco ela (elastic) or stretch belts are specifically designed for two, three, and four point drives that are designed to use self-tensioning belts. Although these belts may look like standard poly rib belts, they are very different. These specially designed elastic belts have self-tensioning capabilities required by specific OE drives. Vehicles that are manufactured with stretch belts must replace them with stretch belts. These belts are not interchangeable with standard constructed belts of their same size. Dayco ela belts utilize a proprietary EPDM construction that is designed to elongate over the fixed pulley system, and then maintain the required belt tension over the life of the belt. The backbone behind the Dayco ela belt is its specially developed polyamide tensile member, which allows for high elongation required for installation, yet provides the proper tension maintenance properties to transmit the accessory loads demanded for the drive. This belt construction incorporates a wear resistant EPDM rib material, along with a highly elastic EPDM cushion rubber that surrounds the polyamide tensile cord, thus providing the required adhesion and flexibility to maintain lasting performance. Stretch belts have unique installation instructions depending on the OE application. Installation may require a specialized tool for the application or a simple zip tie. Do not attempt to install by prying the belt on the pulleys. Dayco provides detailed instructions on the reverse side of the sleeve.

Product Features:

• Utilizes a proprietary EPDM construction that is designed to elongate over the fixed pulley system, and then maintain the required belt tension over the life of the belt
• Specially developed polyamide tensile member, which allows for high elongation required for installation, yet provides the proper tension maintenance properties to transmit the accessory loads demanded for the drive
• Incorporates a wear resistant EPDM rib material, along with a highly elastic EPDM cushion rubber that surrounds the polyamide tensile cord, thus providing the required adhesion and flexibility to maintain lasting performance
• These specially designed elastic belts have self-tensioning capabilities required by specific OE drives designed for a stretch belt

The Dayco poly-V aramid belt is engineered to maintain a quiet, vibration-free belt drive system, especially for higher output OE engines that require an aramid belt. Unlike polyester-corded belts, this aramid cord belt is designed to resist the expected elongations, especially during high accessory loading. This unique feature of length stability and minimal stretch aids in difficult drives where span vibrations and tensioner movements are excessive. The Dayco aramid cord poly rib belt is built with Dayco’s specially designed EPDM rubber compounds to resist cracking and perform better under extreme temperature ranges.

Product Features:

• Designed for applications with an OEM aramid belt and is specifically helpful for those with noise, vibration or harshness issues, or in-drive systems in which tensioner take-up is minimal
• Length stability resists excessive span vibrations or tensioner movements
• Features special compounds that resist cracking and perform well under intense engine temperatures 

Dayco ela self-tensioning belts incorporate a wear-resistant EPDM rib material, along with a highly elastic EPDM cushion rubber that surrounds the polyamide tensile cord, thus providing the required adhesion and flexibility to maintain lasting performance. The backbone behind the Dayco ela self-tensioning belt is its polyamide tensile member, which allows the high elongation required for installation, yet provides the proper tension maintenance properties to transmit the accessory loads demanded for the drive.

Product Features:

• Designed for two- to four-point drives that do not require automatic or manual tensioning
• Provides self-tensioning capabilities required by specific OE drives designed for a ‘stretch’ belt
• Elasticity allows for long-lasting performance and proper tension