Dayco Accessory Drive Belt P/N:15540

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MPN: 15540
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Dayco Accessory Drive Belt P/N:15540
Dayco Accessory Drive Belt P/N:15540
$23.99

Keep the alternator, water pump, and other engine-driven accessories spinning with the Dayco Accessory Drive Belt 15540, a bottom-cog automotive V-belt that loops over the factory V-groove pulleys to transmit power from the crankshaft to the accessory drive. It's an application-matched replacement across a wide span of classic and vintage domestic cars and trucks — including the 1957-1962 Chevrolet Bel Air [V8-4.6L], 1958-1962 Chevrolet Impala [V8-4.6L], 1963-1964 Buick Riviera [V8-6.6L], and many more. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of makes, models, years, and engines.

  • Construction: Bottom-cog V-belt molded from a synthetic rubber compound; non-banded, black finish.
  • Dimensions: .44 in top width, 54 in effective length (1371.60 mm), 54.57 in outside circumference, 36° angle.
  • Operating range: rated for -35°F to 175°F (-37.2°C to 79.4°C).
  • Standards: built to SAE J636 and SAE J637.

The flexible cog profile is designed to seat into the pulley grooves and flex around tight-radius wheels. If a worn belt is the source of squeal or slip, replacing it with this V-belt helps restore proper accessory drive. Country of origin: Indonesia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dayco Accessory Drive Belt 15540?

It's a bottom-cog automotive V-belt made from a synthetic rubber compound. It loops over the engine's V-groove pulleys to drive accessories such as the alternator and water pump.

What size is the 15540 belt?

It has a .44 in top width, a 54 in effective length (1371.60 mm), a 54.57 in outside circumference, and a 36° angle. It is a non-banded belt.

What vehicles does this belt fit?

It's an application-matched fit for many vintage domestic vehicles, including the 1957-1962 Chevrolet Bel Air [V8-4.6L], 1958-1962 Chevrolet Impala [V8-4.6L], and 1963-1964 Buick Riviera [V8-6.6L]. See the Buyer's Guide tab.

What temperature range is this V-belt rated for?

It is rated for operation from -35°F to 175°F (-37.2°C to 79.4°C) and is built to SAE J636 and SAE J637 standards.

What are signs this belt may need replacing?

Cracking, glazing, fraying, or chunking of the belt, along with squealing or slipping, can be signs of wear. Diagnose the cause before replacing, as slip can have other sources.