{"product_id":"new-38404-belt-tensioner-w-pulley-for-2002-2008-mini-cooper-r52-r53-r56-l6-1-6l","title":"New 38404 Belt Tensioner w\/Pulley for 2002-2008 Mini Cooper R52 R53 R56 L6 1.6L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBelt Tensioner with Pulley for Mini Cooper\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis belt tensioner with pulley, referenced as 38404, mounts to the accessory drive on 2002-2008 Mini Cooper models with the 1.6L L6 engine to maintain steady belt tension and keep the alternator, water pump, and other driven accessories turning smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 38404 belt tensioner assembly for Mini Cooper combines the tensioner arm and idler pulley into one replaceable unit. It applies consistent pressure to the serpentine belt so the 1.6L engine accessories run at the correct speed without slip or squeal. This belt tensioner with pulley is intended for owners and shops replacing a seized, noisy, or weak tensioner on R52, R53, and R56 Mini Cooper cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded tensioner arm sized to the factory 38404 mounting position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed idler pulley with sealed bearing for quiet, low-drag rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel arm and bracket construction for stable belt load under rpm changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePulley surface machined to keep the serpentine belt tracking true\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting holes and hardware points matched to the 1.6L accessory drive layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Mini Cooper R52 1.6L 2002-2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Mini Cooper R53 1.6L 2002-2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Mini Cooper R56 1.6L 2007-2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efor Mini Cooper 1.6L L6 2002-2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a tensioner that squeals, rattles, or no longer holds belt tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerpentine belt service where the old pulley bearing has play or roughness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling and charging system repairs after belt slip causes accessory trouble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreventive driveline maintenance on higher-mileage Mini Cooper 1.6L engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBelt tensioner with pulley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.6L L6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efor Mini Cooper R52, R53, R56\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Should the serpentine belt be replaced at the same time? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing the belt along with the tensioner is standard practice, since a worn belt can accelerate tensioner wear and cause noise. Match the belt to the specific 1.6L engine configuration in your Mini Cooper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can this tensioner be installed without special tools? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic hand tools plus a belt routing diagram cover most installs on the 1.6L accessory drive. Torque the mounting fasteners to spec and spin the pulley by hand to confirm free rotation before starting the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50556852928598,"sku":"ZZ3P00555","price":99.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_24248d53-80a9-48f1-b573-0b2a057281dd.jpg?v=1790943712","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/new-38404-belt-tensioner-w-pulley-for-2002-2008-mini-cooper-r52-r53-r56-l6-1-6l","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}