Gates TCKWP246A Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump

Gates TCKWP246A is a PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump for interference-engine applications that use a mechanical tensioner. It combines the timing belt, tensioner, idler, water pump, and seal components needed for a complete timing service on select Chrysler, Dodge, Mitsubishi, and Plymouth vehicles.

Built for service work on 1995-1999 Chrysler Sebring, 1995-1999 Dodge Avenger, 1995-1999 Dodge Neon, 1995-1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1995-1999 Plymouth Neon, and 1995-1997 Chrysler Neon, this kit is a direct-fit timing system service solution for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump
• Includes timing belt, tensioner, idler, water pump, and rubber seal ring
• OE Performance component selection for timing system service
• Timing belt uses HSN and fiberglass cord construction
• Modified curvilinear tooth profile with 150 teeth and 29 mm width
• Includes installation instructions for service reference
• Cross-reference: Continental TB246LK1

Detailed Description

Gates TCKWP246A is part of the PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump line, which is built around replacing the critical wear items in a timing belt service at the same time. For timing belt driven water pump systems, replacing the pump during the timing service helps keep the repair complete and reduces the need to revisit the front of the engine soon after service. This kit is a practical OE-style service package for Chrysler Neon, Dodge Neon, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, and Mitsubishi Eclipse applications listed below.

The belt uses HSN and fiberglass cord construction with a modified curvilinear profile for the specified engine applications. Gates TCKWP246A is intended for interference engines with a mechanical tensioner, where accurate timing system maintenance is essential to engine operation.

What It Helps Fix

• Worn, cracked, or stretched timing belt
• Noisy or failing timing belt tensioner
• Worn idler pulley causing belt tracking issues
• Leaking or aging water pump during timing service
• Coolant seepage at the pump seal area

Installation Notes

Follow the included instructions and the vehicle service manual for timing alignment, torque values, and coolant refill procedures. Verify engine code and timing system configuration before installation, especially on interference-engine Chrysler Neon, Dodge Neon, and Mitsubishi Eclipse applications. Replace all timing components together during service to avoid repeat labor.

Quality Assurance

Gates supplies OE-performance timing components for service applications that require accurate fit and dependable timing system operation. TCKWP246A is engineered as a complete timing belt service kit for the listed vehicles and engine configurations.