Gates TCKWP277AN Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Gates Timing Belt Kit With Water Pump

The Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump is built for timing belt service on select Subaru applications. It combines OE-exact timing components with a matched water pump, helping streamline a complete front-end engine repair on 1997-1999 Subaru Legacy, 1998 Subaru Forester, and 1998 Subaru Impreza.

Part number TCKWP277AN is a fitment-based solution for interference engine service where timing system condition matters. Gates TCKWP277AN is also a practical choice when replacing the timing belt and water pump at the same time on Subaru Legacy, Subaru Forester, and Subaru Impreza applications.

Key Features

• PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump
• OE Exact component comparison rating
• Includes timing belt, hydraulic tensioner, idlers, water pump, gasket/seal components, installation tool, and instructions
• Timing belt uses HSN and fiberglass cord construction
• Modified Curvilinear (III) belt profile and tooth style
• Timing marks included on the belt for service alignment
• Hydraulic tensioner included for proper belt control
• Water pump included for complete timing service
• Fits interference engine applications with integrated assembly and original equipment design

Product Details

Gates PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump is engineered as a complete timing service package for Subaru engines that require coordinated replacement of the belt, tensioning components, idlers, and water pump. The kit is built around OE-exact replacement standards and includes the major wear items commonly serviced together during timing belt maintenance. For Subaru Legacy, Subaru Forester, and Subaru Impreza timing belt service, this approach helps restore proper camshaft and crankshaft synchronization while addressing the water pump at the same time.

The belt is constructed with HSN and fiberglass cord for strength and stability, and the modified curvilinear tooth profile supports smooth engagement. Gates TCKWP277AN also includes a hydraulic tensioner, three idlers, a water pump, gasket and seal components, installation tool, Loctite, and instructions to support a more complete repair process. This kit cross-references 24535KN for the same application.

Common Repair Issues

• Worn, cracked, or stretched timing belt
• Noisy or failing idler pulleys
• Loss of proper belt tension from a weak hydraulic tensioner
• Coolant leaks from the timing-driven water pump
• Timing service on an interference engine before component failure

Installation Notes

Follow the included instructions and use the supplied installation tool during service. Replace the timing belt, tensioner, idlers, and water pump together when servicing the timing system on compatible Subaru Legacy, Subaru Forester, and Subaru Impreza vehicles. Verify engine code and application details before installation, since timing belt service on interference engines requires accurate alignment and proper tensioning.

Quality Assurance

Gates supplies OE-style timing components for service applications that require exact fit and coordinated replacement parts. The PowerGrip Premium OE Timing Belt Component Kit with Water Pump is built to support complete timing system repair using matched components for the specified Subaru applications.