Cloyes 9-5572 Engine Timing Chain Guide - Left Upper

Cloyes Timing Chain Guide for Honda and Acura

Cloyes 9-5572 is a specific-fit engine timing chain guide for select Honda and Acura applications. It is built with a nylon/aluminum construction and includes the shoe and bracket for a direct replacement in the left upper timing chain position.

Key Features

• Specific-fit engine timing chain guide for select Honda and Acura engines
• Nylon/aluminum construction for durable chain tracking
• Shoe included for proper chain contact surface
• Bracket included for application-specific mounting
• White/gray finish with 12 1/2 in. length, 0.70 in. width, and 1.28 in. height
• Three mounting holes with 0.26 in. inside diameter each

Product Details

The Cloyes 9-5572 timing chain guide is engineered to route and stabilize the timing chain between the crankshaft and camshaft in the left upper position. Cloyes designs and manufactures timing components using CAD-based development and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability to help maintain consistent timing system operation. This guide is a direct replacement choice for vehicles such as the Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, Honda Accord, Honda Element, Acura TSX, Acura RDX, Acura ILX, and Honda Crosstour in the listed applications. This part cross-references Honda 14530-RZA-A01 and 95572 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Timing chain noise from a worn guide surface
• Chain tracking issues caused by damaged guide material
• Excessive wear at the left upper timing chain path
• Timing system service needs during chain replacement
• Fitment concerns when replacing an OE-style guide on listed Honda and Acura models

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this guide in the left upper timing chain position only on the listed applications. When servicing the timing chain, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together because these components work as a system to keep the chain properly supported and tensioned. Verify engine application and position before installation, and compare the original guide to the replacement part for mounting-hole alignment and dimensions.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes timing guides are CAD designed, manufactured with advanced materials, and tested for function and durability to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. Part number 9-5572 is built for specific-fit applications and is intended to deliver quiet, maintenance-free timing chain guidance in the listed vehicles.