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Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Set of 2
Part Number: SET-RB419602-2
Guaranteed to Fit
$43.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
Product Details
Notes : Contains (2) Accessory Belt Idler PulleyWarranty : Lifetime Dorman limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Set of 2Prop 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Interchange Part Number : 45975, 36299, 38001, 5975, 89006, 89097, 4483214, 4483469, 4536074, 4536154, 4536154AB, 4536173, 4556027, 4612894, 4612894AB, 4612894AC, 4792112, 4792112AD, 4792112AE, 4792410AC, 4792410AD, 53002905, 53030958, 53030958AB, 83505475, 10067479, 10069964, 10124631, 10129569, 10141997, 10187662, 10229114, 10237275, 12552358, 12552361, 12552509, 12555244, 12555245, 12555609, 12563084, 12564505, 12564510, 12580771, 12580773, 12669569, 14102645, 15662645, 22521201, 25527750, 3543027, 1L2Z8678ABReplaces OE Number : 45975, 36299, 38001, 5975, 89006, 89097, 4483214, 4483469, 4536074, 4536154, 4536154AB, 4536173, 4556027, 4612894, 4612894AB, 4612894AC, 4792112, 4792112AD, 4792112AE, 4792410AC, 4792410AD, 53002905, 53030958, 53030958AB, 83505475, 10067479, 10069964, 10124631, 10129569, 10141997, 10187662, 10229114, 10237275, 12552358, 12552361, 12552509, 12555244, 12555245, 12555609, 12563084, 12564505, 12564510, 12580771, 12580773, 12669569, 14102645, 15662645, 22521201, 25527750, 3543027, 1L2Z8678ABProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Professional Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: AC38009
Guaranteed to Fit
$18.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
Product Details
Notes : With dual sided V-ribbed belt and grooved pulleyWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Professional SeriesNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6Replaces OE Number : 88909590Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
HD Solutions Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: RB4195002
Guaranteed to Fit
$17.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Grooved Pulley; Without Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Grooved Pulley; Without Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Grooved Pulley; Without Air Conditioning
Product Details
Notes : 20 mm Maximum Belt Width; 17 mm Pulley Bearing Inside Diameter; 12 mm Pulley Bearing Width; 73 mm Pulley Diameter; 28 mm Pulley Width; Black Color; Regular Grade Type; Serpentine Pulley TypeWarranty : 3-year or unlimited-mile Dorman limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : HD Solutions SeriesInterchange Part Number : 38008, 89015, 10239670, 12559325, 12560344, 12568181, 12569301, 12580772, 12580774, 89017309, 92111701, 97221943, 1753054L10, 2N1Z8678BD, 5R3Z6B209BA, 6L2Z6B209A, F77Z6B209AA, F83Z6C348AA, F8CZ6C348AA, XF2Z6B209AA, YL2Z6B209AA, YS4Z6A228AA, 1F2215980, YF0915980, ZZM515980, ZZM815980, 816.49021, 49021Replaces OE Number : 38008, 89015, 10239670, 12559325, 12560344, 12568181, 12569301, 12580772, 12580774, 89017309, 92111701, 97221943, 1753054L10, 2N1Z8678BD, 5R3Z6B209BA, 6L2Z6B209A, F77Z6B209AA, F83Z6C348AA, F8CZ6C348AA, XF2Z6B209AA, YL2Z6B209AA, YS4Z6A228AA, 1F2215980, YF0915980, ZZM515980, ZZM815980, 816.49021, 49021Material : PolyamideRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
HD Solutions Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: RB4195001
Guaranteed to Fit
$16.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Water Pump
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Water Pump
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Water Pump
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Water Pump
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Water Pump
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Water Pump
Product Details
Notes : 20 mm Max Belt Width; 17 mm Pulley Bearing Inside Diameter; 12 mm Pulley Bearing Width; 82 mm Pulley Diameter; Serpentine TypeWarranty : 3-year or unlimited-mile Dorman limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : HD Solutions SeriesNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6-Groove PulleyInterchange Part Number : 38009, 15-4956, 15-4974, 89009, 4792259AC, 4792259AD, 53013926AA, 53031045, 10044867, 10069954, 10115875, 10186174, 10186197, 12552360, 12554701, 12563083, 12564509, 12580162, 12580828, 12581701, 12603527, 12611936, 24502736, 24502989, 90528760, 9157962, 9202550, E8DZ6B209A, E8TZ8678C, E8ZZ8678A, E9SZ6B209D, F4DZ6B209A, F4SZ6B209B, F65Z6B209MA, F68Z6B209AA, 31190R0A005, 8100999840, 816.49003, 49003Replaces OE Number : 38009, 15-4956, 15-4974, 89009, 4792259AC, 4792259AD, 53013926AA, 53031045, 10044867, 10069954, 10115875, 10186174, 10186197, 12552360, 12554701, 12563083, 12564509, 12580162, 12580828, 12581701, 12603527, 12611936, 24502736, 24502989, 90528760, 9157962, 9202550, E8DZ6B209A, E8TZ8678C, E8ZZ8678A, E9SZ6B209D, F4DZ6B209A, F4SZ6B209B, F65Z6B209MA, F68Z6B209AA, 31190R0A005, 8100999840, 816.49003, 49003Material : Polyamide With Glass Fiber FillRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
GM Original Equipment Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Sold individually
Part Number: AC1540486
Guaranteed to Fit
$17.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L
Product Details
Warranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : GM Original Equipment Series
Techoice Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: RB419676
Guaranteed to Fit
$27.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Air Conditioning
Product Details
Notes : 18 mm Max Belt Width; 8 mm Pulley Bearing Inside Diameter; 8 mm Pulley Bearing Width; 28 mm Pulley Diameter; Serpentine Pulley/Belt TypeWarranty : Lifetime Dorman limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Techoice SeriesInterchange Part Number : 36169, 89542, 12562065, 12565372, 12580196, 49150Replaces OE Number : 36169, 89542, 12562065, 12565372, 12580196, 49150Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
No Slack Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: DY89015
Guaranteed to Fit
$18.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L without A.C.
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L without A.C.
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L without A.C.
Product Details
Location : Grooved PulleyWarranty : Dayco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : No Slack SeriesNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6Interchange Part Number : REPI315401, 38001Product Fit : Direct Fit
No Slack Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: DY89009
Guaranteed to Fit
$15.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L
Product Details
Location : Main DriveWarranty : Dayco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : No Slack SeriesNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6Interchange Part Number : REPC313811Product Fit : Direct Fit
Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: GAT38001
Guaranteed to Fit
$19.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Serpentine
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Serpentine
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Serpentine
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Serpentine
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Serpentine
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Serpentine
Product Details
Notes : Drivealign Idler PulleyWarranty : Lifetime Gates limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Numberof Grooveson Pulley : 6Interchange Part Number : REPF317401Replaces OE Number : 10237275Product Fit : Direct Fit
Professional Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: AC38008
Guaranteed to Fit
$16.49
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck, Without Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck, Without Air Conditioning
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck, Without Air Conditioning
Product Details
Notes : With grooved pulleyWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Professional SeriesNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6Interchange Part Number : REPI317402, 38005Replaces OE Number : 88909589Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
No Slack Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: DY89006
Guaranteed to Fit
$23.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L
Product Details
Location : Alternator, Water Pump and Power SteeringWarranty : Dayco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : No Slack SeriesInterchange Part Number : REPF317401Product Fit : Direct Fit
Professional Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: AC38001
Guaranteed to Fit
$21.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Truck
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Truck
Product Details
Notes : With 6-ribbed belt, smooth pulley, and 90 mm dia. pulleyWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Series : Professional SeriesInterchange Part Number : REPC317401, 38006, 1520679Replaces OE Number : 88909582Recommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
GM Original Equipment Series Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: AC12669569
Guaranteed to Fit
$49.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L
Product Details
Notes : (1) Mount Hole Quantity; 0.41 in. Mount Hole Diameter; 1.35 in. Width; 3.55 in. Outside Diameter; 0.41 in. Center Bore Diameter; Serpentine Belt Type; Black ColorWarranty : 24-months or unlimited mile AC Delco limited warrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Condition : NewSeries : GM Original Equipment SeriesMaterial : SteelRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: 3Z949001
Guaranteed to Fit
$35.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 4.8L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 5.3L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 8 Cyl 5.3L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; With AC; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; With AC; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 4.8L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; With AC; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 8 Cyl 5.3L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 8 Cyl 4.8L Accessory Drive; Smooth Pulley
Product Details
Warranty : 5 Year Continental Limited WarrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : European Vehicle PartsMaterial : SteelRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
Accessory Belt Idler Pulley - Direct Fit, Sold individually
Part Number: 3Z949021
Guaranteed to Fit
$17.99
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; Except AC; Grooved Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Base 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; Except AC; Grooved Pulley
  • 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS 6 Cyl 4.3L Accessory Drive; Except AC; Grooved Pulley
Product Details
Warranty : 5 Year Continental Limited WarrantyQuantity Sold : Sold individuallyProp 65 Warning :

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Promotions : European Vehicle PartsNumberof Grooveson Pulley : 6-Groove PulleyMaterial : ThermoplasticRecommended Use : OE ReplacementProduct Fit : Direct Fit
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