{"product_id":"gates-36153-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36153 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Idler Pulley for Factory A\/C Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36153 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-quality fit in passenger cars and light trucks. It is used as a locked center tensioning pulley, an automatic belt tensioner pulley, or an idler pulley, depending on the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with select Ford Ranger, Ford F-100 Ranger, and Mazda B2300 models with factory installed air conditioning, this Gates 36153 pulley is a direct-fit service part for the accessory drive belt system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line for accessory drive belt system service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermoplastic pulley construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth\/backside contact surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 mm outside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracket included with the pulley assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style fit for factory A\/C applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference: Wix 49120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 36153 idler pulley is engineered for vehicles that use a smooth backside belt contact surface and a non-grooved pulley design. Its 90 mm outside diameter and OE-style construction help maintain proper belt routing in the accessory drive belt system. This part cross-references Wix 49120 for the same application. The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line is built around OE fit and function for passenger car and light truck belt drive service, including idler pulley and tensioning pulley applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1990-1997 Ford Ranger, N\/A. Fits 1996-1997 Ford F-100 Ranger, N\/A. Fits 1994 Mazda B2300, N\/A. The Gates 36153 is a direct replacement choice for factory A\/C-equipped vehicles in these applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt noise from a worn idler pulley bearing or pulley surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper belt tracking caused by pulley wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory drive belt vibration in factory A\/C systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pulley damage, cracking, or heat-related wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a pulley that no longer spins or runs smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify belt routing and pulley alignment before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses factory installed air conditioning and match the pulley style, diameter, and smooth backside contact surface to the original part. Inspect the accessory drive belt, tensioner, and nearby pulleys during service so worn components are addressed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality fit standards for accessory drive belt system service on passenger cars and light trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311343886517,"sku":"BBSC-36153","price":74.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36153_Fro.jpg?v=1775146666","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36153-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}