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Gates 36786 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Grooved Pulley or Upper
| Brand | Gates 36786 |
|---|---|
| Position | Upper |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 17 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm) | 17 |
| Contact Surface | V-Ribbed Grooved |
| Contents | Pulley |
| Groove Quantity | 6 |
| Material | Steel |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Number of Pulleys | 1 |
| OE Comparison Rating | OE Performance |
| Outside Diameter | 132 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 132 |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | Yes |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | Yes |
| Pulley Quantity | 1 |
| Width | 31 |
| Product line | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| Fits | Ford, Mazda, and Mercury · 5 vehicles |
OE-quality fit. DriveAlign pulley matches original performance expectations.
Steel construction. Built with a durable metal body for dependable belt support.
V-ribbed grooved surface. Helps maintain smooth, consistent belt contact.
Cross-references Four Seasons 36786, 8L8E 3F671 BA and 8L8Z 3F671 A for the same application. See all 5.
OE-Style Idler Pulley for Accessory Drive Systems
The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36786 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-quality fit and function in passenger cars and light trucks. It serves as a locked center tensioning pulley, automatic belt tensioner pulley, or idler pulley depending on the application.
Compatible With 2008 Ford Escape, Upper; 2008 Mazda Tribute, Grooved Pulley; and 2008 Mercury Mariner, Upper. This Gates 36786 pulley is a direct-fit service part for vehicles that need a V-ribbed grooved pulley with OE-style dimensions and bearing support.
Key Features
- Brand: Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley
- Part number: 36786
- Steel pulley construction
- 6-groove V-ribbed grooved contact surface
- Flanged pulley design
- 17 mm bearing bore inside diameter
- 132 mm outside diameter
- OE Performance comparison rating
- Single pulley design for accessory drive belt service
Product Details
Gates DriveAlign pulleys are engineered to match OE fit and operating characteristics for accessory drive belt systems. The steel construction, flanged profile, and 6-groove V-ribbed surface support proper belt tracking in applications that use an upper idler or grooved pulley layout. For 2008 Ford Escape, 2008 Mazda Tribute, and 2008 Mercury Mariner service work, part number 36786 provides a direct replacement option that aligns with the original pulley specifications.
This part cross-references Four Seasons 36786 for the same application.
Common Problems This Pulley Can Address
- Noise from a worn accessory drive belt pulley bearing
- Belt tracking issues caused by pulley wear or flange damage
- Visible groove wear on the original idler pulley
- Accessory drive belt vibration from an out-of-spec pulley
- Service replacement for an OE-style upper or grooved pulley location
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify pulley diameter, groove count, and bearing bore before installation. Confirm the vehicle application and pulley position against the original part, especially on 2008 Ford Escape, 2008 Mazda Tribute, and 2008 Mercury Mariner models. Inspect the accessory drive belt, tensioner, and adjacent pulleys for wear before completing the repair.
Quality Assurance
DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to Gates OE-performance standards for fit and function in accessory drive belt systems. The product line focuses on replacement pulleys that match original equipment requirements for everyday service use.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Ford | Escape | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Upper | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2008 | Ford | Escape | 3.0L | V6 | GAS | Upper | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2008 | Mazda | Tribute | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Grooved Pulley | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mariner | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Upper | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mariner | 3.0L | V6 | GAS | Upper | DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley |
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