Gates 38415 belt tensioner for the 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 5-cylinder 2.7L and other vehicles holds the accessory drive belt at working tension. Also called a serpentine belt tensioner, it is an automatic unit with one pulley that presses on the belt.
- DriveAlign automatic belt drive tensioner made to rigid tolerances and specifications
- Patented labyrinth seal protects the internal components
- Patented vibration-damping system absorbs extreme vibration to extend tensioner, belt and accessory life
- Torsional round spring design for reliability and consistent tension
- Single unflanged pulley, 70 mm in outside diameter, with a smooth backside contact surface for a V-ribbed belt
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 38415 belt tensioner
- Also called: serpentine belt tensioner
- Fits: 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 2500 5-cylinder 2.7L and other vehicles
- Material: Thermoplastic
- Condition: New
A squealing or chattering belt, a belt that wanders on its pulleys, or uneven belt wear can mean the tensioner is worn, though a stretched belt or a noisy alternator bearing can be behind the same noise, so track down which one it is before you buy.
Fits
The 2003-2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 5-cylinder 2.7L and the 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 6-cylinder 3.2L are among the vehicles it fits, next to the Sprinter 2500 above. If your vehicle isn't named here, look it up by year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section. The tensioner is made to rigid tolerances and specifications that guarantee OE fit, form and function.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Pulley outside diameter: 70 mm (2.76 in)
- Pulley width: 26 mm (1.02 in)
- Bearing bore inside diameter: 8 mm (0.31 in)
- Mounting holes: 2
- Belt type: V-ribbed
Build and materials
- Material: Thermoplastic
- Pulley: 1, not flanged
- Contact surface: smooth, backside
- Grade: OE Exact
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Turkey
In the box
One belt tensioner assembly. The vehicle takes a single tensioner, so this listing holds the number it needs.
Interchange: 419-396 · URO-003480
5080241AA · 5080243AA · 68001798AA · 68001798AB · 89451 · 49410 · 950151A · 6112000270 · 6112000370 · 6112000470 · 6112000570 · 6462000270 · 6462000370 · 6462000570 · 950151
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
38415, 5080241AA, 5080243AA, 68001798AA, 68001798AB, 89451, 419-396, 49410, 950151A, 6112000270, 6112000370, 6112000470, 6112000570, 6462000270, 6462000370, 6462000570, 950151, URO-003480
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Gates 38415 work as an E320 belt tensioner on a 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 6-cylinder 3.2L?
Yes. Gates 38415 fits the 2005-2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 6-cylinder 3.2L, and that engine takes one tensioner.
Is the Gates drive belt tensioner 38415 an automatic type?
Yes. Gates 38415 is a DriveAlign automatic belt drive tensioner with a torsional round spring and a single pulley.
What is included with the Gates 38415 belt tensioner assembly?
The listing is one tensioner assembly with its single pulley. The vehicle takes one, so one assembly covers it.
How big is the pulley on the Gates 38415 tensioner?
The pulley is 70 mm (2.76 in) across and 26 mm (1.02 in) wide, with a smooth backside contact surface and no flange. It runs on a V-ribbed belt.
Is 419-396 the same part as Gates 38415?
Yes. 419-396 is listed as an interchange number for Gates 38415, along with URO-003480 and 5080241AA.
