Gates T278 Engine Timing Belt

Gates T278 Timing Belt Overview

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt T278 is an automotive timing belt built for precise valve timing and dependable operation in select Hyundai applications. It is an OE Exact replacement with a modified curvilinear profile, fiberglass cord reinforcement, and HSN belt material for resistance to heat, wear, and contamination.

Fits 1996-1998 Hyundai Elantra and 1997 Hyundai Tiburon, including interference-engine applications. The Gates T278 timing belt is also a direct cross-reference for common aftermarket part numbers used on the same application.

Key Features

• PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt from Gates
• OE Exact comparison rating for OE-style fit and function
• Modified Curvilinear (III) tooth profile
• HSN belt material with fiberglass cord reinforcement
• 111 cog design with 1 in. / 25 mm top width
• 41.625 in. / 1057 mm pitch length and .375 in. / 9.5 mm pitch
• No timing marks
• Black finish

Detailed Description

Gates T278 is a PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt engineered for accurate synchronization between the crankshaft and camshaft. Gates manufactures OE timing belts for a wide range of import and domestic vehicles, and this belt is built to meet or exceed OE standards for fit, function, and performance. For drivers servicing a 1996-1998 Hyundai Elantra or a 1997 Hyundai Tiburon, this belt provides the correct dimensions and construction for the listed applications.

This part cross-references Dayco 95278 and Bando TB278 for the same application. The Gates T278 timing belt is a practical choice when replacing a worn belt on Hyundai Elantra and Hyundai Tiburon engines that require the specified pitch length, tooth count, and profile.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Engine timing drift caused by belt wear or stretching
• Noise from a deteriorated timing belt
• Cracking, glazing, or contamination on the belt surface
• Loss of proper camshaft and crankshaft synchronization
• Service replacement for interference-engine timing maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, belt routing, and tensioner condition before installation. Because this belt has no timing marks, use the factory timing procedure and alignment references during service. On interference-engine applications, confirm timing alignment carefully before starting the engine. Replace related wear components as needed during timing service to help maintain correct belt tracking and tension.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a global OE timing belt manufacturer with extensive aftermarket coverage for import and domestic vehicles. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line is built to OE Exact standards and uses materials selected for heat, wear, and contamination resistance.