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Gates 38433 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner Assembly

(2010-2015 Chevrolet Cruze; 2012-2016 Chevrolet Sonic; 2008-2009 Saturn Astra)

Part of: Gates DriveAlign Automatic Belt Drive Tensioner

Other options in this family: Gates 68020886AA Gates 38775 Gates 39473 Gates 39288 Gates 39369

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Part Number

38433
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Product Details

The Gates 38433 DriveAlign Automatic Belt Tensioner is a premium OE-quality replacement component designed to maintain proper tension on accessory drive belts. This precision-engineered tensioner assembly ensures reliable performance of critical vehicle systems including the alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, and water pump.

Key Features:

  • Patented vibration-damping system absorbs extreme vibration to extend tensioner, belt, and accessory life
  • Torsional round spring design provides consistent tension and long-term reliability
  • Manufactured to rigid OE tolerances ensuring precise fit, form, and function
  • Engineers analyze OE failure modes and optimize design to match or exceed original performance
  • Complete assembly ready for installation

A failed tensioner can cause the belt to break or slip off the drive, resulting in loss of power steering, insufficient battery charging, false check engine lights, or poor A/C performance. Gates recommends replacing the tensioner whenever installing a new serpentine belt to ensure optimal accessory belt drive system performance and prevent premature belt failure.

Products specifications

Fits

2010-2015 Chevrolet Cruze; 2012-2016 Chevrolet Sonic; 2008-2009 Saturn Astra

Contents

Tensioner Assy.

Outside Diameter (mm)

63

WIDTH (MM)

22

Bearing Bore Inside Diameter 1 (mm)

17

Contact Surface

Smooth/Backside

Import or Domestic

Domestic

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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