Gates TCK297A Engine Timing Belt Component Kit

OE Timing Belt Kit for Audi and Volkswagen

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit TCK297A is built for direct timing system service on select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It combines an OE-style timing belt, hydraulic tensioner, and idlers in one service kit to simplify parts sourcing for timing belt replacement jobs.

Compatible With 2001-2006 Audi A6 Quattro, A8 Quattro, S6, S8, RS6 and 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton and Touareg applications listed below. The Gates TCK297A is a fitment-specific timing belt component kit for vehicles that require a 30 mm HSN belt with curvilinear tooth profile.

Key Features

• Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit
• Part number TCK297A
• Includes timing belt, hydraulic tensioner, and idlers
• HSN belt material with curvilinear (II) tooth style
• 30 mm timing belt width and 253 teeth
• Installation instructions included
• OE-equivalent or better service life, quality, and performance per Gates

Product Details

Gates is a major OEM supplier of timing belts and timing component kits, and this kit reflects that OE-focused approach. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit line is designed for complete timing system replacement, helping reduce the need to source individual components separately. For Audi A6 Quattro, Audi A8 Quattro, Audi S6, Audi S8, Audi RS6, Volkswagen Phaeton, and Volkswagen Touareg timing belt service, TCK297A provides the core components specified for the application.

This part cross-references Continental TB297K4 for the same application.

What This Kit Helps Address

• Worn or aging timing belt service intervals
• Noisy or weak timing belt tensioning components
• Idler wear that can affect belt tracking and timing stability
• Timing system service on interference-engine applications
• Parts-matching issues when replacing timing components individually

Installation Notes and Tips

• Review the included instruction sheet before beginning service.
• Verify engine code and VIN breakpoints before ordering, especially for 2001 Audi applications.
• Some listed applications exclude the cam tensioner hydraulic assembly for interference engine service.
• Timing marks are not included on the belt.
• Follow factory timing procedures and replace related wear components as required by the vehicle service manual.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures timing belts and timing component kits for OEM and aftermarket service, and this kit is built to OE-equivalent standards for service life, quality, and performance. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit TCK297A is backed by Gates engineering and application-specific fitment data for the listed Audi and Volkswagen models.