{"product_id":"gates-36786-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","title":"Gates 36786 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Grooved Pulley or Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Idler Pulley for Accessory Drive Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\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: 36786\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel pulley construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-groove V-ribbed grooved contact surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlanged pulley design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 mm bearing bore inside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e132 mm outside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE Performance comparison rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle pulley design for accessory drive belt service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Four Seasons 36786 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Pulley Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a worn accessory drive belt pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt tracking issues caused by pulley wear or flange damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible groove wear on the original idler pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory drive belt vibration from an out-of-spec pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for an OE-style upper or grooved pulley location\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDriveAlign 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45311356141749,"sku":"BBSC-36786","price":44.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36786_Fro.jpg?v=1775146711","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36786-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}