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Gates 38513 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly
| Brand | Gates 38513 |
|---|---|
| Position | Alternator and Water Pump, Fan, Water Pump and Alternator, Fan and Alternator, Alternator, Fan, Alternator and Hub, Fan, and Fan, Alternator and Air Conditioning |
| Material | Steel |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 1.18 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 30 |
| Width | 1.57 |
| Width | 40 |
| Outside Diameter | 2.95 |
| Outside Diameter | 75 |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 1 |
| Belt Type | V-ribbed |
| Pulley Quantity | 1 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (in) | 1.18 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm) | 30 |
| Belt Type | V-ribbed |
| Contact Surface | Smooth/backside |
| Contents | Tensioner assy., bolt |
| Outside Diameter (in) | 2.95 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 75 |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Width (in) | 1.57 |
| Width (mm) | 40 |
| Fits | — |
OE direct replacement. Engineered to exceed demanding OEM requirements.
Steel construction. Built for durability in demanding accessory drive systems.
Automatic belt tensioner. Maintains proper belt tension with a smooth, V-ribbed pulley.
Cross-references Continental 49513, Dayco 89482 and Dorman - HELP 38513 for the same application. See all 25.
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Drive Belt Tensioner for OE-Style Service
Gates 38513 is a DriveAlign Premium OE automatic belt tensioner assembly built for accessory drive belt system service. It uses a steel housing with a smooth/backside pulley and V-ribbed belt contact to maintain proper belt tension in demanding engine bay conditions.
The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line is engineered for OE-level fit and function, with heavy-duty design focus for long service life in vibration and contamination exposure. For technicians servicing belt drive noise, belt tracking, or tension loss on applications such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, Gates 38513 provides a direct replacement format.
Key Features
- Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for V-ribbed belt systems
- Steel construction for strength and durability
- Smooth/backside pulley contact surface
- Single mounting hole design
- 75 mm outside diameter pulley with 40 mm width
- OE-style replacement from Gates DriveAlign Premium OE line
- Cross-reference part number: Continental 49513
Detailed Product Description
This Gates 38513 automatic belt tensioner is designed for accessory drive belt system applications that require stable belt tension and consistent pulley alignment. The assembly features a 30 mm bearing bore inside diameter, a 75 mm outside diameter pulley, and a smooth pulley face for backside belt routing. Its steel body supports durability in high-vibration environments, while the OE-style design helps maintain proper belt operation over time. Gates 38513 is a practical replacement choice for service work on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla when the original tensioner shows wear, noise, or reduced spring performance.
Common Problems This Part Can Address
- Belt squeal caused by weak or inconsistent tension
- Accessory belt flutter or vibration at idle
- Uneven belt tracking across the pulley path
- Noise from a worn tensioner bearing or pulley surface
- Loss of belt tension from a fatigued automatic tensioner
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the belt, idler pulleys, and related accessory drive components before installation. Confirm pulley alignment and belt routing against the vehicle service information, and verify that the replacement tensioner matches the original mounting style and belt contact profile. For fitment-specific service, confirm application details for Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla before installation. This part cross-references Dorman - HELP 38513 for the same application.
Quality Assurance
Gates states that its FleetRunner heavy-duty automatic belt tensioners are engineered to exceed demanding OEM requirements and have shown extended service life in laboratory vibration and contamination testing. That product-line focus supports the design approach behind Gates 38513 and its OE-style replacement intent.
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