{"product_id":"gates-36229-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36229 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Power Steering","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Idler Pulley for Accessory Drive Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36229 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-quality fit in passenger cars and light trucks. It uses a steel body with a smooth backside contact surface and an 80 mm outside diameter for applications that require a non-grooved pulley in the power steering drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With Mazda 626, Mazda Millenia, Ford Probe, Mazda MX-6, and Mazda MX-3 power steering applications, this Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36229 is built to match the original pulley style used in the accessory drive belt system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 36229\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory drive belt idler pulley for power steering applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for durable OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth\/backside contact surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80 mm outside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 mm bearing bore inside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grooves and no flanged pulley design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle pulley configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign pulleys are engineered to match OE fit and function in passenger car and light truck accessory drive systems. This pulley can serve in locked-center tensioning, automatic belt tensioner, or idler pulley positions depending on the vehicle application. For buyers searching for a Mazda 626 power steering idler pulley, Mazda Millenia accessory drive pulley, or Ford Probe belt system pulley, part number 36229 provides the correct OE-style format with a smooth backside contact surface and steel construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 89166 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 pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt tracking issues caused by pulley wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory drive vibration in the power steering system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pulley surface damage or corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper belt contact from a damaged idler pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify pulley diameter, bearing bore, and contact surface style before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a smooth\/backside idler pulley in the power steering position, since this part does not use grooves. Inspect the belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear at the same time to help prevent repeat noise or alignment concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality fit standards for the listed applications. Part number 36229 is specified for Mazda 626, Mazda Millenia, Ford Probe, Mazda MX-6, and Mazda MX-3 power steering fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-2002 Mazda 626, Power Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995-2002 Mazda Millenia, Power Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993-1997 Ford Probe, Power Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1997 Mazda MX-6, Power Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1995 Mazda MX-3, Power Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311345885365,"sku":"BBSC-36229","price":77.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36229_Fro_9611be8f-d8b1-479a-888f-81d041770a5a.jpg?v=1775146675","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36229-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}