Cloyes 9-5312 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner Guide - Right

Cloyes Timing Chain Tensioner Guide 9-5312

The Cloyes 9-5312 engine timing chain tensioner guide is built for specific GM applications that require precise chain control on the right side of the engine. It uses a nylon/aluminum construction with an attached shoe and bracket to help maintain proper timing chain tension in service.

Key Features

• Engine timing chain tensioner guide for specific fitment
• Nylon/aluminum construction for durability and stable chain contact
• Shoe included for direct guide surface support
• Bracket included for application-specific mounting
• Black/gray finish
• Length: 7 7/8 in.; width: 1.05 in.; height: 1.73 in.
• Single mounting hole with 0.51 in. inside diameter
• Not manually adjustable

Detailed Description

Cloyes 9-5312 is an engine timing chain tensioner guide designed for specific right-side applications, including Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS, Cadillac STS, Cadillac SRX, Cadillac XLR, Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Seville, Cadillac Eldorado, Cadillac Allante, and Oldsmobile Aurora models listed in the fitment data. This timing chain tensioner guide is CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials, then tested for function and durability to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. Cloyes also recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain system. This part cross-references Dayco 95312 and OE reference 12559390 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing chain slack on the right side of the engine
• Chain noise caused by worn guide surfaces
• Uneven chain tracking across the guide path
• Wear in the timing system during chain service
• Loss of proper chain tension from a deteriorated guide assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine and position details before ordering. Fits 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, right; 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, right; 2005-2010 Cadillac STS, right; 2004-2009 Cadillac SRX, right; 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR, right; 1994-2005 Cadillac DeVille, right; 1993-2004 Cadillac Seville, right; 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Aurora, right; 1995-1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, right; 1993-2002 Cadillac Eldorado, right; and 1993 Cadillac Allante, right. When replacing the timing chain, inspect the tensioner, sprockets, and related guides so the full timing set is serviced together.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes designs and manufactures timing components using advanced materials and validates each part through functional and durability testing. This guide is engineered to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.