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Continental 50000 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Accessory Drive
| Brand | Continental 50000 |
|---|---|
| Position | Accessory Drive |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | 6 |
| Component Type | 1 |
| Component Type | N |
| Pulley 1 Bore Diameter | Grooved |
| Pulley 1 Width | Steel |
| Pulley 1 Mount Hole Diameter | 2.95 |
| Pulley 2 Outside Diameter | Non-flanged |
| Pulley 2 Material | 1.07 |
| Pulley Surface Type | 0.670 |
| Fits | Ford, Mazda, and Mercury · 11 vehicles |
OE-spec materials. Built to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance.
Anti-contamination shield. Helps protect the pulley for a longer service life.
Accessory drive belt pulley. A replacement idler pulley for the belt system.
Cross-references Gates 36326, 5L8Z 6C348 A and 5L8Z6C348A for the same application. See all 5.
Accessory Drive Idler Pulley for OE Fit
Continental 50000 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built from OE-specified materials and engineered to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance expectations. It is designed for the accessory drive system on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications, including Ford Ranger, Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner.
Key Features
- Accessory drive belt idler pulley for the belt routing system
- Made with OE-specified materials for proper fit and function
- High-performance anti-contamination shield for extended service life
- Grooved pulley design for the listed applications
- Steel pulley construction for durability in engine-bay conditions
- Continental 50000 replacement part number for direct lookup
Detailed Description
This Continental 50000 idler pulley is designed for vehicles that require a grooved accessory drive pulley in the belt system. It is a direct-fit replacement for select 2005-2011 Ford Ranger, 2005-2007 Ford Escape, 2005-2008 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner applications, with fitment varying by model year and build date where noted. The pulley is engineered to match OEM fit and performance requirements while using an anti-contamination shield to help protect the component in normal underhood operation. If you are replacing a worn accessory drive belt idler pulley on a Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner, Continental 50000 provides a vehicle-specific service part for the listed applications.
This part cross-references Gates 36326 for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Belt noise from a worn or rough idler pulley
- Accessory belt tracking issues caused by pulley wear
- Visible pulley surface damage or groove wear
- Reduced belt support in the accessory drive system
- Service replacement for a damaged OE-style idler pulley
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle year, engine configuration, and build date before ordering, especially for 2005 Ford Escape, 2005 Mazda Tribute, and 2005 Mercury Mariner applications noted as “From 8/02/04.” Confirm the pulley style matches the grooved accessory drive position before installation. Inspect the accessory belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear so the new idler pulley is installed into a clean, serviceable belt path.
Quality Assurance
Continental designs this pulley to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance expectations using OE-specified materials. The integrated anti-contamination shield is included to support long service life in the accessory drive system.
Compatible Vehicles
- Fits 2010-2011 Ford Ranger, Accessory Drive, Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, Accessory Drive, Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2006 Mazda Tribute, Accessory Drive, Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2006-2007 Ford Escape, Accessory Drive, Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2006-2007 Mercury Mariner, Accessory Drive, Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2005 Ford Escape, Accessory Drive, From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2005 Mazda Tribute, Accessory Drive, From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley
- Fits 2005 Mercury Mariner, Accessory Drive, From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2010 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2008 | Mazda | Tribute | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2007 | Ford | Escape | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2007 | Mercury | Mariner | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2006 | Ford | Escape | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2006 | Mazda | Tribute | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2006 | Mercury | Mariner | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | Grooved Pulley |
| 2005 | Ford | Escape | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley |
| 2005 | Mazda | Tribute | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley |
| 2005 | Mercury | Mariner | 3.0L | V6 | Accessory Drive | From 8/02/04; Grooved Pulley |
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