{"product_id":"gates-36963-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley-water-pump-and-air-conditioning","title":"Gates 36963 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Water Pump and Air Conditioning","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36963 is an accessory drive belt idler pulley built for OE-quality fit and function. It is engineered as a thermoplastic, flanged, 6-groove pulley for accessory drive belt system service on compatible applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 2019-2022 Jeep Wrangler water pump and air conditioning applications, this pulley supports the belt path used in the accessory drive system. The Gates 36963 is also a direct reference point for service parts that match the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE Performance grade for service replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermoplastic pulley construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlanged pulley design for belt tracking support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-groove V-ribbed grooved profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes pulley, bolt, and dust shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line is Gates’ OE-focused pulley family for accessory drive systems. This part number, 36963, is specified as an idler pulley and can also serve in locked center tensioning or automatic belt tensioner pulley applications where the cataloged fitment matches. Its 60 mm outside diameter, 29 mm width, and 17 mm bearing bore dimensions reflect the OE-style sizing used in the original belt drive layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Four Seasons 36963 and OEM number 68397345AA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Replacement Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt noise from a worn pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven belt tracking across the accessory drive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pulley wear or groove damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged idler pulley assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify pulley diameter, groove count, and bearing bore before installation. Confirm the belt routing and application notes for the Jeep Wrangler accessory drive system, including water pump and air conditioning service positions. Match the replacement to the original pulley style and dimensions for proper fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality fit standards for passenger cars and light trucks. The DriveAlign line is Gates’ OE-oriented pulley range for accessory drive system service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53534287429813,"sku":"BBSC-36963","price":27.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_36963_FRO.jpg?v=1792130610","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-36963-accessory-drive-belt-idler-pulley-water-pump-and-air-conditioning","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}