Gates 90K-38114 Serpentine Belt Drive Component Kit

Accessory Belt Drive Kit for Taurus and Sable

Restore the front-end accessory drive with the Gates Accessory Belt Drive Kit 90K-38114. This kit combines the belt, tensioner, and idler pulley into one service solution for a cleaner repair on select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications.

Built around OE-equivalent components, the Gates 90K-38114 kit helps address wear across the serpentine drive system instead of replacing only the belt. It is a practical choice for 1998-2000 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models where belt length, tension control, and pulley condition all matter together.

Key Features

• Gates Accessory Belt Drive Kit for complete serpentine system service
• Includes belt, tensioner, and idler pulley
• OE-equivalent belt construction for factory-style fit and function
• Belt dimensions: 85.892 in. outside circumference, 20 mm top width
• Belt part number: K060854
• Tensioner assembly part number: 38114
• Idler pulley part number: 38001

Detailed Description

The Gates 90K-38114 is a serpentine belt drive component kit for vehicles using the specified accessory drive layout. It is engineered to service the belt path as a system, which is important when replacing worn components on a Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable. The kit uses an OE-equivalent belt with an outside circumference of 85.892 inches (2182 mm) and a 20 mm top width, matching the application requirements listed for this part.

This part cross-references Continental K49220 and Dayco D60855K1 for the same application. For buyers searching by part number, 90K-38114 is the Gates reference to keep on hand when comparing accessory drive service parts.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or chirping from a worn serpentine belt
• Loss of belt tension from a fatigued tensioner
• Noise from a worn idler pulley
• Uneven belt wear caused by aging front-end accessory components
• Repeat repairs when only the belt is replaced

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify belt routing and component alignment before installation. Replace the belt, tensioner, and idler pulley together when servicing the accessory drive to maintain consistent belt tension and reduce the chance of premature wear. Use the included installation instructions and tech tips for accurate setup on compatible Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates packages this kit as a complete accessory belt drive service solution with OE-equivalent components and application-specific hardware references. The goal is to restore the serpentine drive system with parts matched to the vehicle’s original service requirements.