{"product_id":"gates-36115-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36115 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Power Steering and Water Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Idler Pulley for Nissan Maxima\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36115 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-quality fit and function in passenger cars and light trucks. It is a smooth-backside steel pulley with an 83.5 mm outside diameter and a 12 mm bearing bore, made for accessory drive belt system service on the 1989-1994 Nissan Maxima.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line focuses on direct-fit replacement parts for belt routing and tensioning applications. This Gates 36115 pulley is used in positions where a smooth, non-grooved pulley is required, including power steering and water pump applications on the Nissan Maxima.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style accessory drive belt idler pulley for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for durable belt support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth\/backside contact surface for non-grooved belt routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e83.5 mm outside diameter with 12 mm bearing bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits power steering and water pump positions on select Nissan Maxima models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line for OE-quality fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 36115 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley engineered for the accessory drive belt system, where proper pulley alignment and smooth belt tracking are critical. Its steel body, smooth contact surface, and OE-style dimensions support consistent belt routing in applications that use a locked center tensioning pulley, automatic belt tensioner pulley, or idler pulley configuration. For buyers searching for a Nissan Maxima accessory drive belt idler pulley or a Gates 36115 replacement pulley, this part matches the listed fitment for 1989-1994 Nissan Maxima power steering and water pump applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 89153 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a worn or rough idler pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt tracking issues caused by pulley wear or misalignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlazing or uneven wear on the accessory drive belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth belt rotation in power steering and water pump drive paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged OE-style smooth pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify pulley diameter, bearing bore, and contact surface before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the accessory drive belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear while servicing the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position: Fits 1989-1994 Nissan Maxima, Power Steering and Water Pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck belt alignment after installation to help maintain proper accessory drive operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality fit standards for passenger car and light truck belt drive service. This 36115 pulley is specified with steel construction, a smooth\/backside contact surface, and the listed OE-style dimensions for the confirmed Nissan Maxima application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311343460533,"sku":"BBSC-36115","price":65.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36115_Fro.jpg?v=1775146663","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36115-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}