PRODUCT OVERVIEW
ABOUT THIS BELT TENSIONER.
The TRUPA Mercedes-Benz ATEGO / CITARO / CONECTO Belt Tensioner is an aftermarket replacement belt tensioner referenced to OE numbers 4572000170, 4572001570, 4572002170, 4572003970, with cross references GATES T38561, SKF VKMCV51007. It is listed for Mercedes-Benz ATEGO / CITARO / CONECTO. TRUPA supplies it to importers, distributors, wholesalers and private-label programs, with China export supply and partner-warehouse support in the USA and Brazil for eligible orders.
01WHAT IT DOES
A belt tensioner keeps the correct tension on the accessory (serpentine) belt that drives the alternator, water pump, fan and air-conditioning compressor. It uses a spring-loaded arm and an idler pulley to absorb belt stretch and vibration.
02APPLICATION & FITMENT
Listed for Mercedes-Benz ATEGO / CITARO / CONECTO. More parts for Mercedes-Benz Truck.
03OE & INTERCHANGE NUMBERS
- 4572000170
- 4572001570
- 4572002170
- 4572003970
- GATES T38561
- SKF VKMCV51007
04BEFORE YOU ORDER
- OE and cross-reference numbers (for example Gates, Dayco or Continental)
- Engine and truck model, as some tensioners are shared across brands
- Pulley type (grooved or flat), diameter and arm direction
05COMMON REPLACEMENT SIGNS
- Belt squeal, slipping or chirping
- Tensioner arm vibrating or bouncing at idle
- Noisy or rough idler pulley bearing
- Premature belt wear or the belt jumping off the pulleys
Read the troubleshooting guide →
06QUALITY CHECKS
Spring torque, pulley bearing quality and arm pivot wear decide service life, so these are checked against the original part. How TRUPA approaches quality control.