Dayco 95159 Engine Balance Shaft Belt

Dayco Balance Shaft Belt 95159

The Dayco 95159 balance shaft belt is built for engine balance shaft service in select Mitsubishi, Dodge, Plymouth, and Hyundai applications. It uses a highly saturated acrylonitrile material and hi-temp construction to handle demanding underhood conditions while maintaining the correct tooth profile and dimensions for the listed fitments.

Dayco’s Balance Shaft Belt line focuses on accurate replacement sizing and durable belt construction for engines that rely on balance shaft timing. This 95159 belt is a direct-fit option for vehicles such as the Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Galant, and Dodge Ram 50 when the application calls for a balance shaft belt.

Key Features

• Part number: 95159
• Engine balance shaft belt for select import and compact truck applications
• Highly saturated (acryl) nitrile material for belt durability
• Hi-temp construction for elevated engine bay temperatures
• Black belt with round tooth profile
• 0.50 in. top width (12.7 mm)
• 20.63 in. effective length (524 mm)
• 55 teeth with 9.525 mm (.37500 in.) tooth pitch
• No timing marks

Detailed Description

Dayco 95159 is an engine balance shaft belt engineered for specific Mitsubishi, Dodge, Plymouth, and Hyundai vehicles that use a separate balance shaft drive. Its 55-tooth, round-tooth design and precise effective length help maintain the correct belt geometry for the listed applications, including Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Galant, and Dodge Ram 50 models. The belt’s saturated nitrile construction and high-temperature design support consistent performance in the engine environment where heat and belt stability matter.

This part cross-references Gates T159 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or stretched balance shaft belt
• Addressing belt noise from aging engine drive components
• Restoring proper balance shaft drive timing on listed vehicles
• Correcting service issues caused by cracked, glazed, or heat-aged belt material
• Supporting maintenance on interference-engine applications where specified

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine code and belt routing before installation.
• Confirm the application uses a balance shaft belt, not a timing belt or accessory drive belt.
• Inspect related pulleys, tensioners, and seals for wear before fitting the new belt.
• Follow the vehicle service manual for timing alignment and tension specifications.
• For 1984-1986 Dodge Colt and 1984-1986 Dodge Ram 50, this belt replaces 85090.

Quality Assurance

Dayco manufactures engine drive components with application-specific sizing and construction details to match listed vehicle requirements. The 95159 balance shaft belt is specified for direct replacement use in the confirmed fitments below.

Compatible With: 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1989-1992 Mitsubishi Galant, 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50, 1987-1991 Dodge Colt, and other listed applications.

• Fits 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, N/A
• Fits 1990-1994 Plymouth Laser, N/A
• Fits 1987-1993 Dodge Ram 50, N/A
• Fits 1992 Mitsubishi Expo, N/A
• Fits 1989-1992 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A
• Fits 1987 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A
• Fits 1987-1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, N/A
• Fits 1987-1991 Dodge Colt, N/A
• Fits 1989-1991 Hyundai Sonata, N/A
• Fits 1987-1990 Mitsubishi Van, N/A
• Fits 1987-1988 Mitsubishi Cordia, N/A
• Fits 1987-1988 Mitsubishi Tredia, N/A
• Fits 1985-1986 Dodge Colt, N/A
• Fits 1984-1986 Dodge Ram 50, N/A
• Fits 1984 Dodge Colt, N/A