Gates 38267 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly

OE Automatic Belt Tensioner for GM Trucks

The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner, part number 38267, is built for accessory drive belt systems that need consistent belt tension and smooth operation. It is an OE Exact replacement for select Chevrolet and GMC applications, including C1500, K1500, Tahoe, and Yukon models.

Gates applies OE system design experience to the DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line, using rigid manufacturing tolerances to match original fit, form, and function. For shoppers searching for a Chevrolet C1500 belt tensioner or GMC K2500 automatic belt tensioner, Gates 38267 is a direct-fit service part for the listed applications.

Key Features

• OE Exact replacement for the accessory drive belt tensioner assembly
• Steel construction for strength and durability
• V-ribbed belt type with smooth/backside contact surface
• Single pulley design with non-flanged pulley
• Outside diameter: 3.54 in. (90 mm)
• Width: 1.46 in. (37 mm)
• Bearing bore inside diameter: 0.67 in. (17 mm)
• One mounting hole for direct replacement fitment

Product Details

This Gates DriveAlign automatic belt tensioner is engineered for accessory drive belt systems on 1988-1995 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 models, plus select 1994-1995 Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Suburban applications, along with 1995 Tahoe and 1994 Yukon coverage. The Gates 38267 tensioner helps maintain proper belt load across the serpentine drive system, supporting stable operation of belt-driven accessories in GM truck and SUV platforms.

This part cross-references Continental 49302 and Dayco 89326 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Belt squeal caused by weak or inconsistent tension
• Serpentine belt tracking issues from worn tensioner components
• Accessory drive noise related to pulley or bearing wear
• Reduced belt control in high-mileage GM truck and SUV belt systems
• Service replacement needs for original-style automatic tensioner assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt routing and inspect the serpentine belt, idler pulleys, and accessory pulleys before installation. Confirm the mounting style, pulley diameter, and belt contact surface match the original unit on your Chevrolet C1500, GMC K1500, or other listed application before replacing the tensioner.

Use the vehicle fitment list to confirm year and model coverage exactly. This part is listed for N/A position applications and should be matched to the original accessory drive belt tensioner assembly on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioners to rigid tolerances and specifications to deliver OE fit, form, and function. The OE Exact rating reflects a replacement built to match original equipment requirements for the listed Chevrolet and GMC applications.