Dayco WP245K1A Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Dayco Water Pump Kit for Chrysler and Dodge Timing Service

Dayco WP245K1A is a water pump kit without seals for timing belt service on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. It combines the water pump, timing belt, hydraulic timing belt actuator, and camshaft belt tensioner pulley for a complete timing system refresh on covered applications.

Key Features

• Dayco Water Pump Kit without Seals
• Part number WP245K1A
• Engine timing belt kit with water pump for select 1995-2002 Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models
• Includes water pump, timing belt, hydraulic timing belt actuator, and camshaft belt tensioner pulley
• Fits applications with hydraulic tensioner
• Cross-reference: Gates TCKWP245C

Detailed Description

WP245K1A is built for timing belt replacement on vehicles that use a hydraulic tensioner setup. It is a direct service solution for 2002 Chrysler Neon, 1995-2002 Dodge Neon, 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, 1995-2000 Dodge Stratus, 1996-2000 Plymouth Breeze, and 1995-1998 Plymouth Neon. This Dayco water pump kit supports a full timing service by replacing the belt-driven components commonly serviced together during scheduled maintenance.

Dayco WP245K1A is a practical choice when servicing Chrysler Neon, Dodge Stratus, or Plymouth Breeze timing components and the water pump at the same time. It is also cross-referenced to ASC WPK-0070 and NAPA WPK41003G for the same application.

Common Issues This Kit Addresses

• Timing belt wear, cracking, or age-related deterioration
• Water pump leakage or coolant seepage at the timing cover area
• Hydraulic tensioner performance loss
• Noise from a worn camshaft belt tensioner pulley
• Service overlap when replacing timing-driven components together

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm engine code and timing system configuration before installation. This kit is listed for vehicles with a hydraulic tensioner, and the fitment notes specify water pump, timing belt, hydraulic timing belt actuator, and camshaft belt tensioner pulley coverage. Follow factory timing marks and service procedures during installation.

Quality Assurance

Dayco supplies timing and engine drive components for professional repair applications. WP245K1A is cataloged as a water pump kit without seals for the listed Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth fitments.