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Timing Belt Pulley

Gates T42121 Engine Timing Belt Idler Pulley

Brand Gates T42121
Contact Surface Smooth/Backside
Contents Pulley, Bolt
Flanged End No
Material Steel
Outside Diameter 58
Width 35.2
Product line Timing Belt Pulley
Fits Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Plymouth · 81 vehicles

Steel construction. Built for durable timing belt pulley performance.

Smooth contact surface. Helps the belt run quietly and efficiently.

Includes bolt. Ready for a straightforward replacement install.

Cross-references Cloyes 9-5542, Continental 48201 and Dorman - Conduct-Tite 85488 for the same application. See all 11.

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Gates Timing Belt Idler Pulley T42121

The Gates T42121 timing belt idler pulley is a steel replacement component for engine timing systems that use a smooth backside contact surface. It is built for direct service on a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Plymouth applications, including PT Cruiser, Caravan, Sebring, Stratus, TJ, Wrangler, Liberty, Voyager, Cirrus, Breeze, and Grand Caravan models.

Key Features

  • Steel construction for timing system service
  • Smooth/backside contact surface
  • Outside diameter: 58 mm
  • Width: 35.2 mm
  • Flanged end: No
  • Contents: pulley and bolt
  • Gates PowerGrip idler pulley design

Product Details

Gates Timing Belt Pulley T42121 is an engine timing belt idler pulley used to guide and maintain belt routing in the valve train system. Gates PowerGrip idler pulleys are offered in fixed-idler or tensioner-bracket replacement configurations, and this unit uses a smooth backside contact surface with a steel body for timing belt service. This part cross-references Cloyes 9-5542 for the same application.

Common Uses

  • Replacing a worn or noisy timing belt idler pulley
  • Correcting belt tracking issues in the timing drive
  • Restoring proper timing belt routing on Chrysler PT Cruiser and Dodge Caravan applications
  • Servicing timing components on Jeep TJ, Wrangler, and Liberty models
  • Addressing pulley wear found during timing belt maintenance

Installation Notes

Verify pulley diameter, width, and contact surface before installation. This timing belt idler pulley is used in smooth-backside belt routing applications and should be installed according to the vehicle service procedure for the specific engine. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before ordering, especially on Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, and Plymouth Voyager applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates PowerGrip timing components are engineered for timing system service and built to meet the dimensional requirements of the application. The T42121 is listed for 81 expanded vehicle applications across 1995-2010 model years, including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Plymouth platforms.

This part fits 81 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2010ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2009ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2008ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2007ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2007DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006JeepTJ2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2006JeepWrangler2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005DodgeNeon2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005JeepLiberty2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005JeepTJ2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2005JeepWrangler2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004DodgeNeon2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004JeepLiberty2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2004JeepWrangler2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003ChryslerVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003DodgeNeon2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003JeepLiberty2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003JeepTJ2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2003JeepWrangler2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002ChryslerVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2002JeepLiberty2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2001ChryslerPT Cruiser2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2001ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2001ChryslerVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2001DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2001DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000ChryslerCirrus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000ChryslerVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000PlymouthBreeze2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
2000PlymouthVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1999ChryslerCirrus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1999DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1999DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1999PlymouthBreeze2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1999PlymouthVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1998ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1998DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1998DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1998PlymouthBreeze2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1998PlymouthVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997ChryslerCirrus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997ChryslerStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997DodgeGrand Caravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997PlymouthBreeze2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997PlymouthGrand Voyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1997PlymouthVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996ChryslerCirrus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996ChryslerSebring2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996ChryslerStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996DodgeCaravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996DodgeGrand Caravan2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996PlymouthGrand Voyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1996PlymouthVoyager2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1995ChryslerCirrus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
1995DodgeStratus2.4LL4GASN/ATiming Belt Pulley
Directly replaces or cross-references 11 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Cloyes — 9-5542Continental — 48201Dorman - Conduct-Tite — 85488Gates — T42121900514900514A4781569AA4781569AB4897578AA5010372AAVKM51007