Cloyes 9-4201SB1K3 Engine Timing Chain Kit

Engine Timing Chain Kit for GM 2.4L Applications

Cloyes 9-4201SB1K3 is an engine timing chain kit built as a standard replacement for select Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. It is designed around a steel single roller timing chain with included guides, tensioner, and water pump coverage for a complete timing service on supported applications.

Key Features

• Steel single roller timing chain with standard replacement grade
• Chain guides included for timing system support
• Tensioner included for chain control
• Chain guide materials include aluminum, nylon, and steel
• Crankshaft sprocket material: metal
• Engine water pump included
• CAD-designed and manufactured using advanced materials
• Extensively tested for function and durability

Detailed Description

This Cloyes timing chain kit, part number 9-4201SB1K3, is engineered for timing service on select 2011-2017 Buick Regal, Buick Verano, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Captiva Sport, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Terrain models. It is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements and is intended to deliver quiet, maintenance-free operation in supported GM engine applications. The kit uses a steel chain with 0.315-inch pitch, 0.48-inch width, 148 links, and a single roller design for precise timing drive operation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing chain stretch or excessive slack
• Noise from worn chain guides or tensioner components
• Timing correlation issues caused by worn sprockets or chain wear
• Cooling system service needs when replacing the water pump during timing repair
• Restoring proper camshaft and crankshaft synchronization

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, timing cover configuration, and VIN-specific fitment before installation. Replace related wear components during timing service and follow factory timing marks and service procedures closely. Because this kit includes VVT sprockets and VVT solenoids on listed applications, confirm the engine’s variable valve timing setup before ordering. Fits 2011-2017 Chevrolet Equinox, N/A; Fits 2011-2017 GMC Terrain, N/A; Fits 2012-2017 Buick Regal, N/A; Fits 2012-2017 Buick Verano, N/A; Fits 2011-2016 Buick LaCrosse, N/A; Fits 2012-2015 Chevrolet Captiva Sport, N/A; Fits 2014 Chevrolet Impala, N/A; Fits 2013-2014 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes designs timing drive components using CAD-based engineering and advanced materials, then tests parts for function and durability to support consistent timing system performance. The 9-4201SB1K3 is built as a standard replacement timing kit for the listed Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC applications.