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Gates T318 Engine Timing Belt
| Brand | Gates T318 |
|---|---|
| 43.15 | |
| 1096 | |
| Belt Material | HSN |
| Belt Material | HSN |
| Cog Quantity | 137 |
| Color | Black |
| Cord Material | Fiberglass |
| Cord Material | Fiberglass |
| OE Comparison Rating | OE Exact |
| Pitch | .315 |
| Pitch | 8 |
| Pitch Length (in) | 43.15 |
| Pitch Length (mm) | 1096 |
| Profile Type | Curvilinear (II) |
| Timing Marks | No |
| Top Width | .866 |
| Top Width | 22 |
| Type | Automotive Timing Belt |
| Type | Automotive Timing Belt |
| Product line | PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
| Fits | Kia · 5 vehicles |
OE exact replacement. Meets OE standards for fit, function, and performance.
Heat-resistant HSN. Built to resist wear and contamination for dependable timing.
Fiberglass cord. Adds strength and stability to the belt construction.
Cross-references Bando TB318, Cloyes B318 and Dayco 95318 for the same application. See all 14.
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Gates T318 Timing Belt for Kia Rio
The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt T318 is built for 2001-2005 Kia Rio applications with interference engines. It combines OE exact fitment with heat-, wear-, and contamination-resistant construction for dependable valve timing control.
Key Features
- PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line from Gates
- OE Exact comparison rating for fit and function
- Curvilinear (II) profile type
- HSN belt material with fiberglass cord reinforcement
- Black automotive timing belt with no timing marks
- 22 mm top width and 8 mm pitch
- 137 cog design with 43.15 in. pitch length
Product Details
Gates T318 is an automotive timing belt engineered for precise camshaft and crankshaft synchronization in the 2001-2005 Kia Rio. Gates manufactures OE timing belts for a wide range of import and domestic vehicles, and this belt is part of the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt line, which focuses on OE-style fit, function, and performance. This part cross-references Dayco 95318 and Bando TB318 for the same application.
What This Timing Belt Helps Address
- Engine timing drift caused by belt wear
- Noise or irregular operation from an aging timing belt
- Timing belt replacement during scheduled maintenance
- Valve timing issues in interference-engine Kia Rio applications
- Contamination-related belt deterioration
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2001-2005 Kia Rio, N/A. Verify engine code and timing component alignment before installation, and replace related timing components according to the vehicle service procedure. Because this application includes interference engines, correct timing setup is critical during service. Use the Gates T318 only where the listed fitment matches the vehicle.
Quality Assurance
Gates positions this timing belt as an OE-style replacement built to meet or exceed original equipment standards for fit, function, and performance. The HSN construction and fiberglass cord are selected to support resistance to heat, wear, and contamination in everyday engine service.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kia | Rio | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | N/A | Compatible with interference engines.; PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
| 2004 | Kia | Rio | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | N/A | Compatible with interference engines.; PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
| 2003 | Kia | Rio | 1.6L | L4 | GAS | N/A | Compatible with interference engines.; PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
| 2002 | Kia | Rio | 1.5L | L4 | GAS | N/A | Compatible with interference engines.; PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
| 2001 | Kia | Rio | 1.5L | L4 | GAS | N/A | Compatible with interference engines.; PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt |
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