Gates T41023 Engine Timing Belt Tensioner

Timing Belt Tensioner for Honda and Acura

The Gates T41023 timing belt tensioner is built for engine timing service on select Honda Civic, Honda Civic del Sol, and Acura EL applications. It uses a steel body with a spring-style tensioner design and a smooth backside contact surface to help maintain proper belt tension during operation.

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are part of a product line focused on OE-quality fit and performance for timing system service. This tensioner is engineered to help maintain belt life and reduce the need for manual tensioning during installation.

Key Features

• Steel construction for timing system durability
• Spring tensioner design for consistent belt loading
• Single smooth pulley contact surface
• Slotted inside diameter for proper mounting alignment
• OE-quality fit and performance from the Gates PowerGrip line
• Part number T41023 for timing belt service identification

Detailed Description

Gates T41023 is an engine timing belt tensioner designed for vehicles that require precise valve train timing control. The smooth backside pulley contact surface, 26 mm width, and 53 mm outside diameter support stable belt tracking in the timing system. For Honda Civic and Honda Civic del Sol models, as well as the Acura EL, this tensioner is used in interference-engine applications where correct belt tension is critical to engine operation.

This part cross-references Cloyes 9-5406 for the same application. The Gates timing belt tensioner T41023 is a direct-fit service part for timing belt replacement work on select Honda and Acura engines.

What It Helps Address

• Timing belt slack caused by a worn tensioner
• Noise from a failing spring-loaded tensioner assembly
• Uneven belt tracking in the timing drive
• Loss of proper belt tension after service
• Timing system wear related to aged valve train components

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine code and model-year fitment before installation.
• Use during timing belt service on 1992-2000 Honda Civic, 1993-1997 Honda Civic del Sol, and 1997-2000 Acura EL applications listed in the fitment data.
• Inspect the timing belt, pulleys, and related valve train components at the same time.
• Follow factory timing marks and service procedures during installation.
• Confirm the slotted mounting position is aligned correctly before final tightening.

Quality Assurance

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are engineered and tested to OE-quality or OE-exact fit and performance standards for timing system service.