Cloyes 9-5589 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner - Right Upper

Cloyes 9-5589 Timing Chain Tensioner

Cloyes 9-5589 is a specific-fit engine timing chain tensioner for select Nissan, INFINITI, and Suzuki applications. It is built with nylon and aluminum construction, uses a hydraulic/spring chain design, and includes a shoe, spring, and gasket or seal for a direct replacement service.

Key Features

• Specific-fit timing chain tensioner for the right upper position
• Nylon/aluminum construction for engine bay durability
• Hydraulic/spring chain type with activation pin design
• Shoe included, along with spring and gasket or seal
• Gray finish
• CAD designed and manufactured using advanced materials
• Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements

Detailed Description

This Cloyes timing chain tensioner is engineered to maintain proper chain tension in the engine valve train. The 9-5589 is designed for specific applications and is listed for vehicles such as the Nissan Frontier, Pathfinder, Xterra, Murano, Maxima, Altima, 350Z, Quest, and select INFINITI and Suzuki models. Cloyes builds this component with advanced materials and tests each part for function and durability to support consistent operation in demanding engine environments. This part cross-references Nissens 95589 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing chain slack in the right upper chain path
• Noise from a worn or weakened chain tensioner
• Improper chain control after timing service
• Valve train timing instability caused by tension loss
• Replacement needs on high-mileage Nissan and INFINITI engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Install in the right upper position only on the listed applications. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain, since these parts work together to keep the chain properly tensioned. Verify engine code and application details against the catalog before installation. This part is commonly used on 2001-2019 Nissan and INFINITI platforms, including Frontier and Pathfinder timing chain tensioner service applications.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes timing chain tensioners are CAD designed, manufactured with advanced materials, and extensively tested for function and durability. The 9-5589 is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for select Nissan, INFINITI, and Suzuki fitments, including 2003-2007 Nissan 350Z and 2003-2007 INFINITI G35 applications.