Gates 38776 belt tensioner for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L keeps the accessory drive belt under steady tension. This DriveAlign automatic tensioner, also called a serpentine belt tensioner, takes up belt slack on its own.
- Part of the Gates DriveAlign automatic belt tensioner line
- Patented labyrinth seal protects the internal components
- Patented vibration-damping system absorbs extreme vibration to improve tensioner, belt and accessory life
- Torsional round spring design for reliability and consistent tension
- Smooth backside contact surface for a V-ribbed belt
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 38776 belt tensioner
- Also called: serpentine belt tensioner
- Fits: 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L
- Material: Plastic
- Condition: New
A worn drive belt, a seized idler pulley or a failing alternator can be behind belt squeal, chatter or a noisy pulley too, so find the cause before buying. If the belt tensioner is the cause, this one replaces it.
Fits
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L, made to rigid tolerances for OE fit, form and function. The 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L takes one belt tensioner, and this listing is one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Pulley quantity: 1
- Outside diameter: 70 mm (2.75 in)
- Bearing bore inside diameter: 17 mm (0.67 in)
- Width: 25 mm (1 in)
- Mounting holes: 2
Build and materials
- Material: Plastic
- Belt type: V-ribbed
- Contact surface: Smooth/backside
- Pulley flange: not flanged
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Canada
In the box
One belt tensioner assembly.
Interchange: 999746A · 23769AA100 · 999746
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
999746A, 38776, 23769AA100, 999746
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right belt tensioner for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L?
Yes. Gates 38776 is a belt tensioner for the 2019-2024 Subaru Forester H4 2.5L, which takes one per vehicle.
What kind of belt rides on this Gates drive belt tensioner?
Gates 38776 is made for a V-ribbed belt and has a smooth backside contact surface. Its single pulley is not flanged, 25 mm wide and 70 mm across.
What comes with the Gates 38776 belt tensioner?
The listing is one tensioner assembly with a single pulley, a 17 mm bearing bore and 2 mounting holes.
How can I tell if my belt tensioner is wearing out?
A squealing or chattering belt, a noisy pulley or uneven belt wear can mean a tensioner is wearing out. With the engine off and cool, look for a cracked or frayed belt, or have a shop check the tensioner.
Can this tensioner replace number 23769AA100?
Yes. 23769AA100 is one of the numbers this Gates 38776 replaces; the full cross-reference is on the Interchange line of this page.
