Cloyes 9-5571 Engine Timing Chain Guide - Upper

Engine Timing Chain Guide for Honda and Acura

Cloyes 9-5571 is an engine timing chain guide for specific Honda and Acura applications with upper chain routing. Built with a nylon/steel construction and a shoe included, it is designed for precise chain tracking in the valve train. This timing chain guide is a direct-fit service part for vehicles such as the Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Acura TSX, and Acura RDX.

Key Features

• Nylon/steel construction for durable chain guidance
• Specific-fit design for application-matched installation
• Upper timing chain guide position
• Shoe included for proper chain contact surface
• Bracket included for mounting support
• White/gray finish
• Dimensions: 4.92 in. length, 0.59 in. width, 2.13 in. height
• Two mounting holes with 0.33 in. inside diameter

Detailed Description

The Cloyes 9-5571 timing chain guide is engineered for the upper timing chain path in select Honda and Acura engines. It helps maintain chain alignment between the crankshaft and camshaft, supporting stable valve timing operation. Cloyes manufactures this part using CAD-based design and advanced materials, then tests it for function and durability to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. This part cross-references Honda/Acura OE numbers 14540-PRB-A01 and 14540-RAA-A02 for the same application.

Compatible With 2002-2015 Honda Civic, upper; 2003-2012 Honda Accord, upper; 2002-2014 Honda CR-V, upper; 2007-2012 Acura RDX, upper; and other listed Honda and Acura applications. The Cloyes 9-5571 is also a practical replacement when servicing the timing system on Acura TSX, Honda Element, Honda Crosstour, Acura ILX, and Acura RSX applications listed in the fitment data.

What This Part Helps Address

• Timing chain noise from worn guide surfaces
• Chain misalignment in the upper timing drive
• Uneven chain tracking caused by guide wear
• Valve timing instability related to guide deterioration
• Service issues during timing chain replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Use this part only on the specific Honda and Acura applications listed for the upper position. When replacing the timing chain, Cloyes recommends inspecting and replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together because these components work as a system. Verify engine code, model year, and upper guide location before installation to confirm correct application for your Honda Civic, Honda Accord, or Acura TSX.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes designs and manufactures timing components with CAD engineering and advanced materials, then validates them through functional and durability testing. The 9-5571 is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the specified applications.