{"product_id":"gates-36079-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36079 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Grooved Pulley","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates DriveAlign Idler Pulley 36079\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36079 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-style fit and function on select Saab applications. It is used in the accessory drive belt system to maintain proper belt routing and smooth pulley operation on Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-5 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-quality accessory drive belt idler pulley from Gates DriveAlign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermoplastic pulley construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-groove V-ribbed grooved contact surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 mm outside diameter with 17 mm bearing bore inside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlanged pulley design for secure belt tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes pulley, bolt, washer, and dust shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Continental 49098 and Dayco 89095 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36079 is engineered as a replacement accessory drive belt idler pulley for passenger cars and light trucks. The DriveAlign pulley line is built to match OE fitment requirements and can serve in belt system layouts that use an idler pulley, a locked center tensioning pulley, or an automatic belt tensioner pulley. This part is a direct-fit option for Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-5 applications listed below, including 2000-2003 Saab 9-3, 2000-2003 Saab 9-5 with grooved pulley, and 2004-2009 Saab 9-5. It also covers 1999 Saab 9-3 with 60 mm diameter pulley and chassis no. X7022779 and after, plus 2003 Saab 9-3 with engine VIN K.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy accessory belt idler pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt tracking concerns caused by pulley wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroove wear that affects belt contact on Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-5 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough pulley rotation from bearing wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory drive belt system noise during engine operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2004-2009 Saab 9-5, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003 Saab 9-3, N\/A, Eng. VIN K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2003 Saab 9-3, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2003 Saab 9-5, Grooved Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999 Saab 9-3, N\/A, W\/60mm Dia. Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999 Saab 9-3, N\/A, Chassis No. X7022779 \u0026amp; After\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify pulley diameter, groove count, and application notes before installation. Confirm the belt routing and mounting location on the vehicle before removing the original pulley. This Gates 36079 pulley is intended for the listed Saab 9-3 and Saab 9-5 configurations only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign pulleys are built to OE-quality fit standards for accessory drive belt system service. The thermoplastic pulley body, flanged design, and included dust shield support consistent belt alignment and replacement accuracy on the specified Saab applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311341068469,"sku":"BBSC-36079","price":57.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36079_Fro.jpg?v=1775146657","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36079-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}