Cloyes 9-5660 Engine Timing Chain Guide - Left Lower

Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5660

Cloyes 9-5660 is an engine timing chain guide for applications that require a precise chain track between the crankshaft and camshaft. Built with a nylon/aluminum construction and a formed shoe and bracket, it is designed for quiet operation and consistent chain control in service.

Key Features

• Nylon/aluminum timing chain guide construction
• Shoe included for direct replacement service
• Bracket included for proper mounting support
• Length: 11 3/4 in.
• Width: 0.912 in.; height: 1.80 in.
• Two mounting holes with 0.255 in./0.258 in. inside diameter
• Engine timing chain guide for valve train service

Product Details

This Cloyes timing chain guide is part of the Timing Chain Guide line, a product range focused on OE-style chain control components for engine timing service. Cloyes designs and manufactures these parts with CAD-based engineering and advanced materials, then tests them for function and durability. The 9-5660 timing chain guide is used in Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury applications where accurate chain guidance is critical to maintaining camshaft timing.

This part cross-references Ford 7T4Z6B274A and NGK 95660 for the same application. Fits 2011 Ford Flex, left lower; Fits 2011 Ford Taurus, left lower; Fits 2011 Lincoln MKS, left lower; Fits 2011 Lincoln MKT, left lower; Fits 2011 Lincoln MKZ, left; Fits 2011 Mazda 6, left lower; Fits 2011 Mazda CX-9, left lower; Fits 2007-2010 Ford Edge, left lower; Fits 2009-2010 Ford Flex, left lower; Fits 2010 Ford Fusion, left lower; Fits 2008-2010 Ford Taurus, left lower; Fits 2009-2010 Lincoln MKS, left lower; Fits 2010 Lincoln MKT, left lower; Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX, left lower; Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln MKZ, left lower; Fits 2009-2010 Mazda 6, left lower; Fits 2007-2010 Mazda CX-9, left lower; Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, left lower; Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, left lower.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Worn or grooved timing chain guide surfaces
• Excess chain noise from a damaged guide shoe
• Improper chain tracking in the timing system
• Timing service repairs on Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury engines
• Replacement of a failed left lower timing chain guide

Installation Notes

Verify engine configuration and build date before ordering, especially on 2011 Mazda 6 and CX-9 models that are listed for engines manufactured up to 12/14/2010. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain so the system maintains proper tension and alignment. Confirm the left lower or left guide position against the vehicle’s timing layout before installation.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-designed components and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability to help deliver consistent timing system performance.