Gates 36964 Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley - Water Pump and Air Conditioning

OE-Style DriveAlign Idler Pulley

Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley 36964 is an OE-quality accessory drive belt idler pulley for passenger cars and light trucks. It is built for applications that use a locked center tensioning pulley, an automatic belt tensioner pulley, or an idler pulley.

Key Features

• Thermoplastic pulley construction for consistent belt tracking.
• Smooth/backside pulley surface for accessory drive belt routing.
• OE Performance grade for direct-fit replacement use.
• Includes pulley, bolt, and dust shield.
• DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley line from Gates.

Detailed Description

This Gates accessory drive belt idler pulley is engineered to match OE fit and function in belt drive systems that rely on a smooth pulley surface. The thermoplastic design, 2.56-inch outside diameter, and 1-inch width support proper belt contact in the accessory drive system. Part number 36964 is a practical replacement choice for Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Compass, and Dodge Hornet applications listed in the fitment data. This part cross-references Four Seasons 36964 for the same application.

Common Issues It May Solve

• Belt noise caused by a worn pulley surface.
• Uneven belt tracking from a damaged idler pulley.
• Accessory drive vibration related to pulley wear.
• Loss of proper belt routing in the drive system.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify pulley diameter, width, and bearing bore before installation. Confirm the belt path and pulley style match the original component, especially on Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Cherokee applications. Use the listed fitment data for 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler, 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee, 2022-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023-2025 Jeep Compass, and 2023-2025 Dodge Hornet. Part number 36964 should be matched to the original pulley configuration before service.

Quality Assurance

Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Pulley components are built to OE-quality standards for accessory drive service. Part number 36964 is an OE Performance grade replacement designed for consistent fit and function.