Gates T41028 Engine Timing Belt Tensioner

Gates Timing Belt Tensioner T41028

The Gates T41028 timing belt tensioner is built for engine timing service on select Acura, Honda, and Isuzu applications. It uses a spring-style design with a smooth backside contact surface to help maintain proper belt tension during operation.

Key Features

• Steel construction for durability in engine bay conditions
• Spring tensioner design for consistent belt loading
• Single smooth/backside pulley contact surface
• OE-quality fit and performance from Gates PowerGrip timing tensioner line
• Includes tensioner, bushing, bolt, 2 washers, and lock washer
• Part number T41028 for timing belt service identification

PowerGrip Timing Tensioner Details

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are engineered for OE-quality or OE-exact fit and performance. This design is intended to help maintain optimal belt tension and reduce the need for a separate tensioning operation during installation. The T41028 is a timing belt tensioner for engine valve train service, with a 30 mm inside diameter, 36 mm width, and 60 mm outside diameter.

This part cross-references Cloyes 9-5482 for the same application. It is a direct-fit timing belt tensioner for Acura SLX, Honda Passport, Isuzu Rodeo, and Isuzu Trooper applications where the listed engine configuration uses this tensioner style.

What It Helps Address

• Timing belt slack caused by a worn or weak tensioner
• Noise from a rough or failing tensioner pulley
• Uneven belt loading during engine operation
• Timing service issues on Acura SLX, Honda Passport, Isuzu Rodeo, and Isuzu Trooper models
• Premature timing belt wear related to incorrect belt tension

Installation Notes

Compatible With 1996-1997 Acura SLX, timing belt tensioner; 1994-1997 Honda Passport, timing belt tensioner; 1993-1997 Isuzu Rodeo, timing belt tensioner; and 1992-1997 Isuzu Trooper, timing belt tensioner. Notes for these applications exclude the cam tensioner hydraulic assembly for interference engine configurations. Verify engine code and timing component layout before installation, and replace the tensioner during timing belt service to help maintain correct belt tension.

Quality Assurance

Gates designs PowerGrip timing components to OE-quality or OE-exact standards and tests them for fit and performance in timing system applications.