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Gates 38520 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly
| Brand | Gates 38520 |
|---|---|
| Position | Alternator, Alternator - Right Side, Alternator and Water Pump, and Hub and Alternator |
| Material | Steel |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 1.18 |
| Bearing Bore Inside Diameter | 30 |
| Width | 2.24 |
| Width | 57 |
| 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. |
| Outside Diameter (in) | 2.95 |
| Outside Diameter (mm) | 75 |
| Pulley 1 Flanged | No |
| Width (in) | 2.24 |
| Width (mm) | 57 |
| Fits | — |
OE direct replacement. Built to meet demanding OEM requirements.
Steel construction. Provides a durable, heavy-duty tensioner assembly.
Smooth backside contact. Works with V-ribbed belts for reliable drive performance.
Cross-references Dayco 89417, Gates 38520 and Litens 910013A for the same application. See all 11.
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Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner
The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner, part number 38520, is built for accessory drive belt systems that need consistent belt control and stable pulley tracking. It uses a steel housing with a smooth/backside contact surface and a V-ribbed belt profile to support reliable operation in demanding engine bays.
For drivers searching for a Gates 38520 belt tensioner or a replacement accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for select vehicle applications, this part is engineered around OE-style fit and function. It is also a relevant search for Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla service needs where the correct automatic tensioner assembly is required.
Key Features
- Automatic accessory drive belt tensioner assembly
- Steel construction for durability in belt drive service
- V-ribbed belt type with smooth/backside contact surface
- Single pulley design with non-flanged pulley
- Bearing bore inside diameter: 1.18 in. (30 mm)
- Outside diameter: 2.95 in. (75 mm)
- Width: 2.24 in. (57 mm)
- One mounting hole for direct replacement applications
Product Details
Gates 38520 is part of the DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line, a product family focused on OE-style belt drive control for accessory systems. The tensioner is designed to maintain proper belt tension and pulley alignment, helping the serpentine belt run smoothly across the accessory drive path. This makes it a practical choice for service work on Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications where the correct belt tensioner assembly is specified.
This part cross-references Dayco 89417 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Belt squeal caused by inconsistent tension
- Serpentine belt tracking issues
- Accessory drive vibration at the tensioner pulley
- Premature belt wear from poor belt control
- Noisy or unstable belt drive operation
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the belt routing, pulley style, and mounting-hole layout before installation. Confirm the bearing bore, outside diameter, and width match the original tensioner assembly for the vehicle. Inspect the serpentine belt, idler pulleys, and adjacent accessory components during service so the new tensioner is installed into a clean, properly aligned belt drive system.
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. This Gates 38520 tensioner is built with that OE-focused design approach for accessory drive belt system service.
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