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Gates 38523 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly
| Brand | Gates 38523 |
|---|---|
| Position | Fan, Alternator and Air Conditioning, Fan and Alternator, and Alternator |
| 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-style replacement. Automatic belt tensioner engineered to meet demanding OEM requirements.
Steel construction. Built with a smooth-backside pulley for reliable belt contact.
Heavy-duty design. Laboratory-tested to last up to 3X longer than competitive aftermarket tensioners.
Cross-references Continental 49530, Dayco 89449 and Dayco 89450 for the same application. See all 15.
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DriveAlign OE Belt Tensioner for Accessory Drive Systems
The Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner, part number 38523, 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.
Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner 38523 is part of the brand’s OE-focused tensioner line, engineered for applications that require precise belt tension management and durable construction. This tensioner assembly includes a bolt and is designed around a 75 mm outside diameter pulley with a 40 mm width and 30 mm bearing bore.
Key Features
- Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for V-ribbed belt systems
- Steel construction for strength in high-load engine environments
- Smooth/backside pulley contact surface for belt tracking
- 75 mm pulley outside diameter and 40 mm pulley width
- Single mounting hole design
- OE-style replacement from Gates DriveAlign Premium OE
- Part number 38523 for catalog and cross-reference lookup
Detailed Product Overview
This Gates 38523 automatic belt tensioner is designed to maintain proper belt tension across the accessory drive system, helping the belt stay aligned as engine speed and load change. The pulley measures 2.95 in. (75 mm) outside diameter with a 1.57 in. (40 mm) width and a 1.18 in. (30 mm) bearing bore inside diameter. The steel body and smooth pulley surface support consistent belt contact in applications that use a V-ribbed belt.
For buyers searching for a Gates belt tensioner for Honda Civic or similar accessory drive belt system service, this part number 38523 provides a direct OE-style service option. This part cross-references Dayco 89449 and Litens 910008A for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Belt squeal caused by weak or inconsistent tension
- Accessory belt flutter during engine operation
- Uneven belt tracking across the pulley path
- Noise from a worn automatic tensioner assembly
- Loss of belt control in the accessory drive system
Installation Notes and Tips
Inspect the belt, pulley path, and mounting surface before installing this tensioner assembly. Verify pulley alignment, mounting hole fitment, and belt routing against the vehicle service information before final tightening. For Honda Civic belt tensioner replacement or other vehicle-specific accessory drive service, confirm the OE reference and application details before installation.
Quality Assurance
Gates positions the DriveAlign Premium OE line for OE-level belt tension control and durable service life. The FleetRunner heavy-duty tensioner description from Gates notes testing under vibration and contamination conditions, with durability results that exceeded competing aftermarket tensioners in laboratory evaluation. Part number 38523 is built to meet demanding accessory drive requirements.
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