Gates Drivealign Tensioner Unit - 38161 Auto Part

Key details: Damping mechanism reduces tensioner movement which prolongs tensioner life and reduces belt wear and slip; Round spring construction provides ample room for compression; Patented labyrinth seal technology locks out all outside contaminants dramatically extending service life; Wear indicator aligns with mark on tensioner arm to show when belt needs to be replaced. Gates Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly The automatic tensioner is critical to the performance of the accessory belt drive system. A wide array of problems can arise from an improperly tensioned drive belt: Insufficient charging of battery.