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Gates 38286 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner Assembly

(1998-2008 Toyota Corolla; 2000-2005 Toyota Celica; 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder; 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix; 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe; 1998-2002 Chevrolet Prizm)

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner

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Part Number

38286
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Product Details

The Gates 38286 DriveAlign automatic belt tensioner is engineered to maintain optimal serpentine belt tension throughout the life of your engine's accessory drive system. This OE replacement tensioner features an application-specific design that meets original equipment requirements for constant tension, vibration resistance, and proper belt alignment.

Key Specifications:

  • Bearing bore inside diameter: 17 mm
  • Outside diameter: 70 mm
  • Width: 25 mm
  • Construction: Durable thermoplastic material
  • Quantity: Sold individually

Features & Benefits:

  • Precision-engineered to OE specifications for proper fit and function
  • Maintains consistent belt tension to prevent slippage and premature wear
  • Vibration-resistant design reduces noise and extends component life
  • Ensures proper alignment of serpentine belt across all accessory pulleys
  • Backed by Gates limited lifetime warranty

Gates DriveAlign tensioners are designed to restore your vehicle's accessory drive system to like-new performance, ensuring reliable operation of your alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, and other belt-driven components.

Products specifications

Fits

1998-2008 Toyota Corolla; 2000-2005 Toyota Celica; 2000-2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder; 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix; 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe; 1998-2002 Chevrolet Prizm

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

70

WIDTH (MM)

25

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Import or Domestic

Import/Domestic

Instruction Sheet Number

98-0017 (General Instructions)

Number of Pulleys

1

OE Comparison Rating

OE Quality (OEQ)

Pulley 1 Flanged

No

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