{"product_id":"gates-36435-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36435 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Grooved Pulley or Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Accessory Drive Idler Pulley\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore proper belt routing and smooth accessory drive operation with the Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36435. This accessory drive belt idler pulley is built for OE-quality fit and is used across select Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG, E-Class, GLE, GLS, SL, and related applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line focuses on exact-fit replacement parts for passenger cars and light trucks, with this pulley serving as a locked center tensioning pulley, automatic belt tensioner pulley, or idler pulley depending on the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley, part number 36435\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE Exact comparison rating for direct replacement fit\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\u003eFlanged pulley design for added belt tracking support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 mm bearing bore inside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70 mm outside diameter and 29 mm width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes pulley, bolt, dust shield, and retainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 36435 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley engineered for OE-style replacement in Mercedes-Benz applications. It uses a 6-groove V-ribbed grooved contact surface and a flanged design to help maintain belt alignment in the accessory drive system. The thermoplastic pulley body is paired with a 17 mm bearing bore and 70 mm outside diameter for the specified OE fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley is listed for a wide range of Mercedes-Benz models, including C43 AMG, GLC43 AMG, E450, S450, SL450, SLC43 AMG, GLE350, GLE43 AMG, GLS450, E400, E43 AMG, GL450, ML350, and others. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz accessory drive belt idler pulley 36435 or a Gates DriveAlign pulley for Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG and E-Class applications, this part matches the documented fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Litens 900667A for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt noise from a worn or rough idler pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory belt tracking issues caused by pulley wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pulley wobble or uneven belt contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of proper belt routing in the drive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged OE pulley assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify pulley diameter, groove count, and bearing bore before installation. Confirm the vehicle application by year, model, and pulley position, especially on Mercedes-Benz listings that note Grooved Pulley or Right passenger-side placement. Inspect the accessory belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear before reassembly so the new pulley is not installed into a compromised drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality fit standards and are listed with an OE Exact comparison rating for the specified applications. Part number 36435 is cataloged for direct replacement use in the confirmed Mercedes-Benz fitment range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz E450, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz S450, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz S450L, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLC43 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE400, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE400, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Mercedes-Benz E400, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz E43 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE500e, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE550e, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS400, Grooved Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG, Right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016 Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG, Grooved Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016 Mercedes-Benz E300, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz E300, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz E350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMG, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz SL400, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014-2015 Mercedes-Benz C350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015 Mercedes-Benz C400, Grooved Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014 Mercedes-Benz C300, N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311351652533,"sku":"BBSC-36435","price":55.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36435_Top_874d34b9-cab6-4067-9d1b-758175b88740.jpg?v=1775146699","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36435-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}