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Gates 38314 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner

(2005-2015 Volkswagen Jetta; 2006-2010, 2012-2015 Volkswagen Beetle; 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat; 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf + 4 more models)

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner

Other options in this family: Gates 68020886AA Gates 38775 Gates 38433 Gates 39288 Gates 39369

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Part Number

38314
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$39.04

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Product Details

The Gates 38314 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner is an OE-quality replacement component designed to maintain proper tension on serpentine accessory belts. This automatic tensioner is specifically engineered for air conditioning belt drive applications on select Volkswagen models.

Key Features:

  • Thermoplastic construction manufactured to rigid OE tolerances and specifications
  • Patented labyrinth seal protects internal components to meet or exceed OE life expectancy
  • Patented vibration-damping system absorbs extreme vibration to extend tensioner and belt life
  • Torsional round spring design provides consistent, reliable tension throughout service life
  • Smooth backside pulley with 65mm (2-9/16 inch) outside diameter and 22mm (7/8 inch) width
  • Single mounting hole design for straightforward installation

Gates is a global leader in Original Equipment system design, bringing over a century of automotive innovation and engineering expertise to every DriveAlign tensioner. Each unit is engineered to guarantee OE fit, form, and function, ensuring optimal performance and durability for your vehicle's accessory belt drive system.

Specifications: Pulley inside diameter 17mm, compatible with serpentine belt systems. Backed by Gates limited warranty.

Products specifications

Fits

2005-2015 Volkswagen Jetta; 2006-2010, 2012-2015 Volkswagen Beetle; 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat; 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf; 2006-2009 Volkswagen Rabbit; 2010-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen; 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora; 2010 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

65

WIDTH (MM)

22

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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