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Gates 38160 Serpentine Belt Tensioner Assembly

(1995-1997 Ford Contour; 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique)

Part of: Gates Belt Tensioner Assembly

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Part Number

38160
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$82.01

Estimated ship date Thursday, November 26

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Product Details

The Gates 38160 DriveAlign automatic belt tensioner is engineered to maintain constant tension on your vehicle's serpentine belt system, ensuring reliable operation of engine accessories like the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. This OE replacement tensioner features application-specific design that meets original equipment requirements for proper belt alignment and vibration resistance.

Key Specifications:

  • Bearing bore inside diameter: 17 mm
  • Outside diameter: 98 mm
  • Width: 27 mm
  • Belt type: 6-rib V-ribbed serpentine belt
  • Material: Steel construction for durability
  • Grooves: 6

Features:

  • DriveAlign technology ensures optimal belt tension throughout the service life
  • Vibration-resistant design reduces wear on belt and accessories
  • Precision-engineered to OE specifications for direct replacement
  • Steel construction provides strength and longevity
  • Backed by Gates limited lifetime warranty

Sold individually. Gates is a trusted leader in automotive belt drive systems, known for quality and reliability in OE and aftermarket applications.

Products specifications

Fits

1995-1997 Ford Contour; 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique

WIDTH (MM)

27

Number of Grooves

6

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

98

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

V-Ribbed Grooved

Import or Domestic

Domestic

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

OE Comparison Rating

OE Improved (OE+)

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