Gates TCK284 Engine Timing Belt Component Kit

Gates PowerGrip Timing Kit for Hyundai and Kia

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit TCK284 is built for engine timing service on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It brings together the timing belt, tensioner, and idler in one OE-style service kit for a complete timing system replacement.

Gates is a major OE timing belt supplier, and the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit line is built to streamline parts sourcing while meeting OE-equivalent service expectations for timing belt replacement on interference-engine applications.

Key Features

• Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit, part number TCK284
• Includes timing belt, tensioner, and idler for a complete timing service
• HSN timing belt material with modified curvilinear tooth profile
• 113-tooth belt with 1 in. / 25 mm width
• Black belt construction
• Installation instructions included
• Designed for select Hyundai Elantra, Tiburon, Tucson, and Kia Spectra, Spectra5, and Sportage applications

Detailed Description

Gates TCK284 is an engine timing belt component kit for select Hyundai and Kia vehicles, including 1997-2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 1999-2007 Hyundai Elantra, 2005-2007 Hyundai Tucson, and 2004-2006 Kia Spectra, Spectra5, and Sportage applications. This kit is intended for interference-engine service where accurate timing component replacement is critical during scheduled maintenance.

The kit uses a spring-type tensioner design and includes an eccentric tensioner configuration in the component set. The timing belt is made from HSN material and uses a modified curvilinear (III) tooth style for timing drive operation. Gates positions the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit line as an OE-equivalent replacement solution backed by its timing belt manufacturing experience.

This part cross-references Cloyes BK284 and Continental TB284K1 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing belt wear, cracking, or age-related deterioration
• Noise from a worn tensioner or idler pulley
• Loss of proper camshaft and crankshaft synchronization
• Service needs on interference-engine timing systems
• Incomplete timing service when individual components are replaced separately

Installation Notes and Tips

Use the included instructions during installation and follow the vehicle-specific service procedure for the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Spectra, Kia Spectra5, or Kia Sportage application. Verify engine code and production date before ordering, since several listed vehicles have cutoff-date fitment notes. Timing marks are not included on the belt, so careful alignment during installation is required.

Because this is an interference-engine timing application, correct camshaft and crankshaft timing is essential. Replace related wear components only after confirming the full service scope for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures timing belts and timing component kits for OE and OE-equivalent service applications. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit TCK284 is built to support complete timing system replacement with components selected for fitment and service life expectations in the listed Hyundai and Kia applications.