Gates 38567 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly

Brand Gates 38567
Position Water Pump, Air Conditioning, Fan, and Alternator
Material Steel
Pulley 1 Flanged No
Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1.18
Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 30
Width 1.28
Width 32.5
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) 1.28
Width (mm) 32.5
Fits —

OE direct replacement. Built to meet demanding OEM requirements.

Steel construction. Provides a durable foundation for the tensioner assembly.

V-ribbed belt design. Works with a smooth backside contact surface for reliable belt control.

Cross-references AP Exhaust 38567, Dayco 89455 and Litens 910552A for the same application. See all 9.

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DriveAlign OE Belt Tensioner Overview

Gates DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner 38567 is a steel accessory drive belt tensioner assembly built for V-ribbed belt systems. It uses a smooth/backside pulley with a 75 mm outside diameter and a 32.5 mm width to maintain steady belt tension in demanding engine accessory drives.

The DriveAlign Premium OE Automatic Belt Tensioner line focuses on OE-style fit and durable construction for accessory drive belt system service. Gates engineered this tensioner to meet demanding OEM requirements, with heavy-duty testing that evaluates vibration and contamination exposure for long-term performance.

Key Features

  • Part number 38567
  • Steel tensioner assembly construction
  • Automatic belt tensioner for accessory drive systems
  • V-ribbed belt type
  • Smooth/backside pulley contact surface
  • 1 pulley with 1 mounting hole
  • 30 mm bearing bore inside diameter
  • 75 mm outside diameter and 32.5 mm width
  • DriveAlign Premium OE product line

Detailed Description

This Gates accessory drive belt tensioner assembly is built for vehicles that rely on consistent belt control to drive engine accessories. The steel housing and OE-focused design help maintain proper belt load, while the smooth pulley profile supports backside belt routing in V-ribbed applications. Gates part number 38567 is a direct-fit style replacement for service work where stable belt tension is critical.

This part cross-references Dayco 89455 for the same application. It is also associated with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter fitment searches where the accessory drive belt tensioner assembly is specified by part number 38567.

What It Helps Address

  • Belt squeal from weak or inconsistent tension
  • Accessory drive belt flutter or vibration
  • Premature belt wear from poor tension control
  • Noise from a worn tensioner pulley or bearing
  • Loss of belt tracking in V-ribbed belt systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt routing, pulley alignment, and mounting point condition before installation. Inspect the accessory drive belt, idler pulleys, and adjacent components for wear so the new tensioner can operate correctly. Confirm the replacement matches the original tensioner style, pulley dimensions, and belt type before service.

Compatible With Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter applications where Gates 38567 is specified. For vehicle-specific service, match the original part number and belt system layout before installation.

Quality Assurance

Gates states that its FleetRunner heavy-duty automatic belt tensioners are engineered to exceed demanding OEM requirements and have shown extended durability in vibration and contamination testing. This DriveAlign Premium OE tensioner reflects that OE-focused engineering approach for accessory drive belt service.

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YearMakeModelPositionNotes
Directly replaces or cross-references 9 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
AP Exhaust — 38567Dayco — 89455Litens — 910552A495619105529062003170A9062002470A9062003170GT38567