Gates TCK338 Engine Timing Belt Component Kit

Gates TCK338 Timing Belt Kit Overview

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit TCK338 is built for engine timing service on select Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, and Suzuki applications. It includes the timing belt, spring tensioner, idler, and installation instructions for a complete timing component replacement.

Gates designs PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kits to streamline parts sourcing for technicians and to deliver OE-equivalent timing system service. This kit uses an HSN timing belt with a modified curvilinear tooth profile, 146 teeth, and no timing marks.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit
• Part number: TCK338
• Includes belt, tensioner, idler, and 3 bolts
• HSN timing belt material with black belt top color
• Modified Curvilinear (III) tooth style
• 146-tooth belt, 24 mm width
• Spring tensioner design
• OE Exact component comparison rating
• Installation instructions included

Detailed Description

Gates TCK338 is a timing belt component kit for interference-engine service where complete timing system replacement is required. The kit is engineered around OE-equivalent specifications and is intended to simplify sourcing by combining the belt, tensioner, idler, and related hardware in one package. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit line focuses on matching original equipment service life, quality, and performance expectations for timing belt maintenance.

This part cross-references Continental TB338K1 and Dayco 84177 for the same application. It is a direct-fit timing service solution for vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, and Chevrolet Aveo when the listed engine application matches the vehicle.

What This Timing Kit Helps Address

• Worn or stretched timing belt service intervals
• Noisy or failing timing belt tensioner
• Idler bearing wear in the timing drive system
• Timing system maintenance on interference engines
• Incomplete timing service when individual parts are replaced separately

Installation Notes and Tips

Use the included instructions during installation and verify engine code, model year, and timing system configuration before service. The belt has no timing marks, so proper camshaft and crankshaft alignment procedures are required. Replace all timing components together when servicing the belt drive to help maintain correct tension and timing accuracy.

Fits 2012-2018 Chevrolet Sonic, N/A. Fits 2010-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, N/A. Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, N/A. Fits 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo, N/A. Fits 2009-2011 Chevrolet Aveo5, N/A. Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac G3, N/A. Fits 2009 Pontiac G3 Wave, N/A. Fits 2008-2009 Saturn Astra, N/A. Fits 2009 Suzuki Swift+, N/A. Fits 2007-2008 Chevrolet Astra, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Gates is a major OEM timing belt and timing component supplier, and this PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit is built to OE Exact standards for the listed applications. The TCK338 is designed for timing system service where OE-style fit, material selection, and component matching matter.