Gates T153 Engine Timing Belt

OE Timing Belt for Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt T153 is built for engine timing service on a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles from 1989-1995. It uses an OE Exact comparison rating, fiberglass cord reinforcement, and HCR belt material to deliver the fit, tooth profile, and durability expected in a timing belt replacement.

For shoppers searching for a timing belt for a 1989-1995 Dodge Caravan, 1989-1995 Dodge Dakota, or 1989-1994 Chrysler LeBaron, this Gates T153 timing belt is a direct-match service part for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line
• Part number T153
• Modified Curvilinear (III) profile type
• 124 cog design with 9.5 mm pitch
• 46.5 in. pitch length (1181 mm)
• 24 mm top width
• Fiberglass cord construction for strength and stability
• HCR belt material for heat, wear, and contamination resistance
• No timing marks
• Black finish
• OE Exact comparison rating

Product Details

Gates is a global OE timing belt manufacturer, and the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line is positioned for replacement service where OE-style fit and function matter. The T153 uses a modified curvilinear tooth profile and fiberglass reinforcement to help maintain accurate camshaft and crankshaft synchronization under normal engine operating conditions. Its HCR construction is selected for resistance to heat, wear, and contamination, which is important in timing belt service where long-term dimensional stability matters.

This part number is used across many import and domestic applications, including Chrysler Daytona, Dodge Shadow, Plymouth Sundance, and Dodge Grand Caravan models within the listed years. If you are replacing a worn timing belt on a 1989-1995 Dodge Caravan or a 1989-1994 Chrysler Shadow application, Gates T153 is the OE-style timing belt to match the cataloged fitment.

This part cross-references Dayco 95153 for the same application.

What This Timing Belt Helps Address

• Engine timing noise caused by a worn or stretched belt
• Loss of camshaft/crankshaft synchronization from belt wear
• Cracking, glazing, or tooth wear on an aging timing belt
• Service replacement needs on Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth timing systems
• Timing belt replacement on vehicles such as Dodge Caravan, Dodge Dakota, and Chrysler LeBaron

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine code and accessory drive layout before ordering.
• Inspect tensioners, idlers, and seals during timing belt service.
• Confirm the belt tooth count, pitch, and width against the removed part.
• Because this belt has no timing marks, follow the factory timing procedure during installation.
• After installation, rotate the engine by hand and recheck timing alignment before startup.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures OE timing belts for broad coverage across import and domestic vehicles, and the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line is engineered to meet or exceed OE standards for fit, function, and performance. The T153 is built for the listed applications and specifications, including the 24 mm width, 46.5 in. pitch length, and fiberglass-reinforced construction.