{"product_id":"cloyes-9-6078-engine-balance-shaft-chain-tensioner","title":"Cloyes 9-6078 Engine Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCloyes Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner 9-6078\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cloyes 9-6078 balance shaft chain tensioner helps maintain proper chain tension in the engine timing system. Built with an aluminum housing and a hydraulic-and-spring tensioner design, it supports consistent balance shaft chain control for select Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloyes Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner 9-6078 is part of the brand’s Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner line, a product line focused on timing-system service components for engines that rely on balance shaft chain control. For timing service, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain, tensioners, guides, and sprockets together to preserve timing system integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum housing and aluminum material construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic and spring tensioner type for chain control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivation pin design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting bracket included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole quantity: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole diameter: 0.259 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo shoe, gasket or seal, bolts, or hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine balance shaft chain tensioner is engineered for vehicles that use a balance shaft chain to help manage engine smoothness and timing stability. The Cloyes 9-6078 uses a hydraulic and spring tensioning approach, which helps maintain appropriate chain tension across operating conditions. It is a direct-fit service part for select 2013-2021 Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Compass, Jeep Renegade, Ram ProMaster City, Chrysler 200, and Dodge Dart applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2014-2021 Jeep Cherokee, N\/A. Fits 2017-2021 Jeep Compass, N\/A. Fits 2015-2021 Jeep Renegade, N\/A. Fits 2015-2021 Ram ProMaster City, N\/A. Fits 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, N\/A. Fits 2013-2016 Dodge Dart, N\/A. This part cross-references TYC 96078 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive balance shaft chain slack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain noise from reduced tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiming system instability related to worn tensioning components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues when replacing balance shaft chain components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven chain control in hydraulic or spring-loaded systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the balance shaft chain, guides, and sprockets during service and replace worn timing components as a set when needed. Verify the activation pin, mounting points, and housing alignment before installation. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering the Cloyes 9-6078.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloyes has supplied automotive timing system components since 1921 and backs its products with technical support and an industry-leading warranty. The 9-6078 is built for professional timing service on select Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram engines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cloyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52918175563957,"sku":"BBKX-9-6078","price":42.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/CT_96078_Fro.jpg?v=1785565900","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/cloyes-9-6078-engine-balance-shaft-chain-tensioner","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}