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Gates 38278 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

(2006-2015 Honda Civic; 2003-2007 Honda Accord; 2002-2014 Honda CR-V; 2003-2011 Honda Element; 2004-2006 Acura TSX; 2007-2012 Acura RDX + 2 more models)

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

Other options in this family: Gates T2H38134 Gates 39371 Gates 38276 Gates 39358 Gates 278-200-05-70

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Part Number

38278
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Product Details

The Gates 38278 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner is engineered to maintain proper serpentine belt tension and alignment on automotive accessory drive systems. This OE replacement tensioner features an application-specific design that meets original equipment requirements for consistent tension control, vibration dampening, and precise belt tracking.

Key Specifications:

  • Bearing bore inside diameter: 17 mm
  • Outside diameter: 76.5 mm
  • Width: 37.5 mm
  • Construction: Steel material for durability
  • Sold individually

Gates DriveAlign tensioners are designed to eliminate belt slip and reduce noise while extending the service life of your serpentine belt system. Backed by Gates limited lifetime warranty, this tensioner ensures reliable performance and proper belt operation under demanding engine conditions.

Products specifications

Fits

2006-2015 Honda Civic; 2003-2007 Honda Accord; 2002-2014 Honda CR-V; 2003-2011 Honda Element; 2004-2006 Acura TSX; 2007-2012 Acura RDX; 2013-2015 Acura ILX; 2006-2011 Acura CSX

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

76.5

WIDTH (MM)

37.5

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Import or Domestic

Import

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

OE Comparison Rating

OE Exact (OEX)

Pulley 1 Flanged

No

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