Gates T274 Engine Timing Belt

Gates T274 Timing Belt Overview

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt T274 is an automotive timing belt built for precise valve timing and dependable operation in import and domestic engine applications. It uses an OE exact comparison rating, fiberglass cord reinforcement, and heat- and wear-resistant HCR belt material to support consistent performance in demanding engine environments.

Gates PowerGrip Premium OE timing belts are part of a product line focused on OE-style fit, function, and performance for a wide range of European, Asian, and domestic vehicles. If you are replacing a worn timing belt on a Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or similar engine platform, the Gates T274 is built to match the original design requirements.

Key Features

• Part number: T274
• PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line
• OE Exact comparison rating
• Trapezoidal (I) profile type
• 87 cog timing belt design
• 19 mm top width
• 9.5 mm pitch
• 32.625 in. pitch length (829 mm)
• Fiberglass cord material for reinforcement
• HCR belt material for resistance to heat, wear, and contamination
• Black automotive timing belt construction
• No timing marks

Product Details

The Gates T274 timing belt is engineered as an OE-style replacement for engines that require a 19 mm wide, 9.5 mm pitch belt with 87 cogs and a 32.625-inch pitch length. Its fiberglass cord construction helps maintain belt stability, while the HCR compound is selected to handle heat, wear, and contamination found in normal engine operation. This makes it a practical choice for timing belt service on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications where accurate camshaft and crankshaft synchronization is critical.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Timing Belt Helps Address

• Engine timing drift caused by a stretched or worn belt
• Noise from a deteriorated timing belt profile
• Loss of synchronization between camshaft and crankshaft timing
• Wear from heat exposure and contamination inside the timing cover
• Service replacement needs on import and domestic engine platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the timing belt according to the vehicle service procedure and verify camshaft and crankshaft timing marks before engine start-up. Inspect related timing components, belt routing surfaces, and tensioning hardware during service, and confirm the belt profile, pitch, and length match the engine specification before installation. For fitment verification, use the vehicle application data for the exact year, make, and model.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a global OE timing belt manufacturer with extensive aftermarket coverage for European, Asian, and domestic vehicles. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line is built to meet or exceed OE standards for fit, function, and performance.