Gates 38416 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly

OE Belt Tensioner for Mustang

The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner is built for 2005-2010 Ford Mustang applications that use a V-ribbed accessory drive belt. Part number 38416 is engineered to match OE fit, form, and function with the durability and dimensional control expected from an OE-style replacement.

Gates applies its original equipment system design experience to the DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line, focusing on rigid manufacturing tolerances and consistent performance. For Ford Mustang owners replacing a worn automatic belt tensioner, 38416 provides a direct-fit solution for the accessory drive belt system.

Key Features

• Fits 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, N/A
• DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner assembly
• OE Exact comparison rating for OE-style replacement
• Thermoplastic construction
• 6-groove pulley for V-ribbed belts
• Flanged pulley design
• Single mounting hole design
• Pulley dimensions: 2.76 in. outside diameter, 0.98 in. width
• Bearing bore inside diameter: 0.67 in. (17 mm)

Product Details

Part number 38416 is a Gates accessory drive belt tensioner assembly designed for the Ford Mustang accessory drive belt system. It uses a 6-groove, V-ribbed grooved contact surface with a flanged pulley to maintain belt tracking and consistent tension across the drive system. The thermoplastic housing and OE Exact rating reflect a replacement part built to match the original application requirements.

This part cross-references Dayco 89252 for the same application. If you are searching for a Ford Mustang belt tensioner, Mustang accessory drive belt tensioner, or Gates 38416 automatic belt tensioner, this part is listed for 2005-2010 Ford Mustang coverage.

Common Issues It May Address

• Accessory belt noise caused by a worn tensioner pulley
• Belt slack from reduced spring tension
• Uneven belt tracking on the V-ribbed drive system
• Visible pulley wear or bearing roughness
• Accessory drive belt vibration during engine operation

Installation Notes

Verify belt routing and pulley alignment before installation. Inspect the accessory drive belt, idler pulleys, and related drive components for wear while replacing the tensioner. Confirm the vehicle application by year and model before ordering, especially when sourcing a Ford Mustang automatic belt tensioner or Gates 38416 replacement.

Quality Assurance

Gates is an original equipment system designer, and the DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line is manufactured to rigid tolerances and specifications to support OE fit, form, and function. Part number 38416 is built as an OE-style replacement for 2005-2010 Ford Mustang applications.