Cloyes 9-5686 Engine Timing Chain Tensioner - Lower or Upper

Cloyes Timing Chain Tensioner 9-5686

Cloyes 9-5686 is an engine timing chain tensioner built for upper timing chain applications in Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It uses a hydraulic/spring design with a nylon/aluminum shoe to maintain proper chain tension and support quiet engine operation.

Key Features

• Hydraulic/spring tensioner design for consistent chain control
• Nylon/aluminum construction for durability and low-friction contact
• Shoe included with spring included
• Tab-style activation
• Dimensions: 1.79 in. length, 0.98 in. width, 2.00 in. height
• Single mounting hole design

Product Details

This Cloyes timing chain tensioner is engineered to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements and is CAD designed using advanced materials. It is used in upper timing chain positions on applications such as the Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Transit, Ford Mustang, and Lincoln Continental. The 9-5686 part number is also referenced as 95686 and AT4Z6K254A for the same application.

Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain system, since these components work together to keep the chain properly tensioned. This part cross-references 95686 and AT4Z6K254A for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2020-2024 Ford Transit-150, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020-2024 Ford Transit-250, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020-2024 Ford Transit-350, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020-2024 Ford Transit-350 HD, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020-2021 Ford Explorer, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020-2021 Ford F-150, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2020 Lincoln Continental, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, upper
• Fits 2011-2019 Ford F-150, upper
• Fits 2013-2019 Ford Flex, upper
• Fits 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, upper
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-150, upper
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-250, upper
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-350, upper
• Fits 2015-2019 Ford Transit-350 HD, upper
• Fits 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental, upper
• Fits 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT, upper
• Fits 2018 Ford Edge, upper timing chain tensioner
• Fits 2011-2018 Lincoln MKX, upper
• Fits 2011-2017 Ford Edge, upper
• Fits 2015-2017 Ford Expedition, upper
• Fits 2011-2017 Ford Mustang, upper
• Fits 2015-2017 Ford Transit, lower
• Fits 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, upper
• Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, upper
• Fits 2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ, upper

Common Repair Uses

• Restores proper timing chain tension after wear or hydraulic loss
• Addresses chain noise from a loose or worn tensioner
• Supports timing stability in upper chain drive systems
• Helps correct timing-related drivability concerns tied to chain slack
• Replaces a worn tensioner during timing chain service on Ford Explorer and Ford F-150 engines

Installation Notes

Verify engine code, timing chain position, and application details before installation. Clean the mounting area, inspect the chain guides and sprockets, and confirm the chain system is within specification before reassembly. For Ford Transit, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, and Lincoln applications, follow the service procedure for the exact engine configuration listed in the catalog.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes designs and manufactures timing components with advanced materials and tests each part for function and durability. This timing chain tensioner is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.