Gates T41047 Engine Timing Belt Tensioner

Gates T41047 Timing Belt Tensioner Overview

The Gates T41047 timing belt tensioner is built for OE-quality fit and performance in engine timing service. It is designed to maintain proper belt tension, help extend belt life, and simplify installation on select Hyundai, Mitsubishi, and Plymouth applications.

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are engineered for precise timing system operation, making them a practical choice for timing belt replacement on interference-engine applications where correct belt tension is critical.

Key Features

• Steel tensioner construction for durability in engine service
• Spring-type tensioner design for consistent belt loading
• Smooth backside contact surface with one flanged pulley
• OE-quality fit and performance for timing belt service
• Designed to maintain optimal timing belt tension during operation
• Part number: T41047

Detailed Product Description

This Gates timing belt tensioner is engineered for select 1989-1996 Hyundai and Mitsubishi engines, including applications such as the Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Elantra, Mitsubishi Galant, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Expo, Mitsubishi Expo LRV, Mitsubishi Mighty Max, Plymouth Laser, and Dodge Ram 50. The spring-loaded design helps keep the timing belt properly tensioned, which is essential for stable valve timing and reliable engine operation.

As part of the Gates PowerGrip timing tensioner line, the T41047 is built to OE-quality or OE-exact standards for fit and performance. The steel body, smooth backside contact surface, and flanged pulley support accurate belt tracking in timing belt systems that require dependable tension control. If you are replacing a worn timing belt tensioner on a Hyundai Sonata or Mitsubishi Eclipse, this part number T41047 is built for that service.

This part cross-references Cloyes 9-5197 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Helps Address

• Timing belt slack caused by a worn or weak tensioner
• Belt noise from inconsistent tension or pulley wear
• Premature timing belt wear from poor belt tracking
• Erratic valve timing caused by tension loss
• Service issues during timing belt replacement on interference engines

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify engine code and model-year fitment before installation.
• Inspect the timing belt, pulleys, and related components during service.
• Follow the vehicle service manual for timing marks and tensioning procedure.
• Replace worn timing components together when access is already open.
• Confirm proper alignment after installation to protect interference-engine operation.

Quality Assurance

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are engineered and tested to meet OE-quality or OE-exact fit and performance standards. The design is intended to support proper belt tension and dependable timing system operation in the listed applications.

Fits 1996 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; Fits 1992-1995 Hyundai Elantra, N/A; Fits 1992-1995 Hyundai Sonata, N/A; Fits 1989-1995 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A; Fits 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, N/A; Fits 1993-1995 Mitsubishi Expo, N/A; Fits 1993-1994 Mitsubishi Expo LRV, N/A; Fits 1993-1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, N/A; Fits 1990-1994 Plymouth Laser, N/A; Fits 1993 Dodge Ram 50, N/A.