Cloyes 9-5501 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner - Right Upper

Cloyes Timing Chain Tensioner 9-5501

Cloyes 9-5501 is an engine timing chain tensioner built for specific Nissan and Suzuki applications that require a right upper timing chain tensioner. It uses a hydraulic/spring chain design with an activation pin and a spring included, helping maintain proper chain tension in OE-style timing systems.

Key Features

• Aluminum construction with a gray finish
• Hydraulic/spring chain type for OE-style timing control
• Activation pin design
• Specific fit for listed Nissan and Suzuki applications
• Dimensions: 2.08 in. length, 1.66 in. width, 1.05 in. height
• Two mounting holes with 0.26 in. inside diameter
• Spring included; shoe not included
• Part number: 9-5501

Detailed Description

This Cloyes timing chain tensioner is CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials, then tested for function and durability to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. It is engineered to maintain appropriate timing chain tension in engines that use spring or hydraulic pressure to control chain slack. Cloyes 9-5501 is a specific-fit engine timing chain tensioner for applications including Nissan Frontier, Nissan Altima, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Rogue, Nissan Xterra, Nissan Rogue Select, Nissan X-Trail, Nissan NV350 Urvan, and Suzuki Equator. This part cross-references 13070-6N21A and 13070-8J000 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing chain slack
• Chain noise from improper tension
• Erratic valve timing caused by worn tension control
• Wear in high-mileage timing system components
• Service replacement during timing chain repair

Installation Notes and Tips

For timing chain service, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprocket, and guide components together when the chain is replaced. Verify application details by year, model, and position before installation. This part is listed for right upper or N/A positions depending on the vehicle application, including Fits 2002-2013 Nissan Altima, right upper; Fits 2002-2012 Nissan Sentra, right upper; and Fits 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes designs and manufactures timing components using advanced materials and validates each part through functional and durability testing. The 9-5501 is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.