23780AA120 Subaru V BELT, Price: 37.79$, Weight: 0.231kg

    • Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Ship in, Days Price

    Subaru

    23780AA120

    V BELT

    		 68

    0.231

     Dispatch 48h

    37.79$
     

    Originals

    Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Processing, days Price  
    Subaru
    23780AA120 
    V BELT
    		645
    0.266
    2-3
    36.80$
     

    Substitutions

    Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Processing, days Price  
    Subaru
    809221170 
    V BELT-21X4X2155
    		0
    0.268
    -
    31.49$
    		 Not Available

    Premium accessory V‑belt — OE ref. 23780AA120

    Why this belt is needed

    This V‑belt drives key auxiliaries from the crankshaft: alternator , power steering pump , and A/C compressor ❄️ (engine layout dependent). A healthy belt keeps your battery charging, steering light, and cabin cool. Built from heat‑resistant EPDM with reinforced cords, it resists glazing, slip, and stretch for stable performance and quiet running.

    How it works

    The belt wedges into V‑groove pulleys, converting crankshaft rotation into accessory motion by friction. Correct tension lets the sidewalls grip firmly without slip. An adjuster or automatic tensioner maintains preload, while precise length keeps pulley alignment true. The result is efficient power transfer with minimal loss and low noise.

    What happens if it’s worn or broken

    Expect squeal on startup, flickering charge light, weak A/C, or heavy steering. If it snaps, the alternator stops charging (battery drains), steering assist can be lost, and some engines may overheat if the water pump is belt‑driven ️. Extended slip scorches pulleys and can damage bearings—act early.

    Service tips

    Inspect every 15,000 km for cracks, glazing, frayed edges, or rubber dust. Replace around 60,000–100,000 km or at first signs of wear. Fit on clean, oil‑free pulleys; set tension to spec (no chirp, no whine). After installation, recheck alignment and retension after a short run for best life ✅.

    Compatible models

    • Impreza
    • Xv
    • Forester
    • Legacy
    • Exiga