Cloyes 9-5320 Engine Timing Chain Guide - Left

Cloyes Timing Chain Guide for Ford and Lincoln V8s

Cloyes 9-5320 is a specific-fit engine timing chain guide for left-side applications on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Built with nylon and steel construction, it is designed to provide a stable chain path for the crankshaft-to-camshaft drive in engines such as the Ford F-150, Expedition, Mustang, and Lincoln Town Car.

Key Features

• Brand: Cloyes
• Part number: 9-5320
• Material: nylon/steel
• Chain type: timing chain guide
• Shoe included: yes
• Bracket included: yes
• Specific fit application
• White/gray finish
• Length: 11 1/4 in., width: 1.25 in., height: 1.56 in.
• Three mounting holes with multiple inside diameters

Detailed Description

This Cloyes timing chain guide is CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials, then tested for function and durability to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. It is built to guide the timing chain as it travels between the crankshaft and camshaft, helping maintain proper chain routing in engines that use a left-side guide layout. Cloyes 9-5320 is a direct-fit replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including 1993-2002 Lincoln Town Car, 1997-2001 Ford F-150, 1997-2000 Ford Expedition, 1996-1998 Ford Mustang, and 1993-1999 Ford Crown Victoria.

This part cross-references Dayco 95320 and F3AZ6K297B for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or damaged left-side timing chain guide
• Restoring proper timing chain routing in Ford and Lincoln V8 engines
• Addressing chain noise caused by guide wear
• Correcting chain tracking issues after timing service
• Supporting timing system service on high-mileage engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Use this part only on the listed specific-fit applications. When replacing the timing chain, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together because these components work as a system. Verify engine application, left-side position, and mounting-hole dimensions before installation. Follow factory service procedures and timing marks during assembly.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-based design and advanced materials, with testing focused on function and durability. The part is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.