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Gates 36218 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Alternator and Air Conditioning
| Brand | Gates 36218 |
|---|---|
| Position | Alternator and Air Conditioning |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 17 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm) | 17 |
| Contact Surface | Smooth/Backside |
| Contents | Pulley, Bolt, Nut, Spacer |
| Groove Quantity | 0 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of Grooves | 0 |
| Number of Pulleys | 1 |
| OE Comparison Rating | OE Exact |
| Outside Diameter | 76 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 76.3 |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Pulley Quantity | 1 |
| Width | 34 |
| Product line | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| Fits | Kia · 4 vehicles |
OE exact replacement. Delivers OE-quality fit for a straightforward install.
Steel construction. Provides durable support in the accessory drive system.
Smooth backside surface. Works as an idler pulley with a quiet, low-friction contact face.
Cross-references Continental 49132, Dayco 89181 and Dorman - TECHoice 419-700 for the same application. See all 7.
Gates DriveAlign OE Pulley for Kia Sedona
The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley, part number 36218, is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-style fit and function. It is listed for 2002-2005 Kia Sedona applications at the alternator and air conditioning position, making it a direct-match service part for common belt drive repairs.
Key Features
- OE Exact comparison rating for factory-style fit and alignment
- Steel pulley construction for durable service in the accessory drive system
- Smooth/backside contact surface with no grooves
- Single-pulley design for accessory drive belt routing
- Includes pulley, bolt, nut, and spacer as listed in the product contents
- Measures 76.3 mm outside diameter with a 17 mm bearing bore inside diameter
DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley Details
Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36218 is part of the DriveAlign line, which focuses on OE-quality replacement pulleys for passenger cars and light trucks. This idler pulley is specified as a smooth, backside-contact component with steel construction and OE Exact comparison rating, supporting proper belt tracking in the accessory drive belt system. It is a practical replacement choice for Kia Sedona models where the alternator and air conditioning belt path uses this pulley design. This part cross-references Continental 49132 and Dayco 89181 for the same application.
What This Pulley Helps Address
- Noise from a worn or rough idler pulley bearing
- Belt misalignment in the accessory drive system
- Visible pulley wear, scoring, or surface damage
- Accessory belt routing issues at the alternator and air conditioning position
- Service replacement for a pulley that no longer spins smoothly
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2002-2005 Kia Sedona, alternator and air conditioning. Confirm pulley diameter, bearing bore, and contact surface style against the removed part before installation. Inspect the accessory belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear so the repair addresses the full belt drive condition. Use the listed hardware only as specified by the application and service procedure.
Quality Assurance
Gates DriveAlign pulleys are engineered as OE-quality replacement components for factory-style fit and function. Part number 36218 is built to match the listed application requirements for the Kia Sedona accessory drive belt system.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kia | Sedona | 3.5L | V6 | GAS | Alternator and Air Conditioning | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2004 | Kia | Sedona | 3.5L | V6 | GAS | Alternator and Air Conditioning | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2003 | Kia | Sedona | 3.5L | V6 | GAS | Alternator and Air Conditioning | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2002 | Kia | Sedona | 3.5L | V6 | GAS | Alternator and Air Conditioning | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
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