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SKF TBP88001 Engine Timing Idler Bearing - Left, Left Lower or Lower

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Fitment: Subaru and Saab, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 9-2X, and Baja
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SKF Timing Idler Bearing TBP88001

SKF TBP88001 is an engine timing idler bearing assembly application built to maintain steady belt tension and smooth timing system operation. With precise dimensions and low-friction bearing construction, it supports consistent engine timing performance in Subaru and Saab applications.

Key Features

  • Inside diameter: 0.414 in.
  • Width: 1.378 in.
  • Outside diameter: 2.362 in.
  • Low-friction ball bearing design
  • High-performance grease and seal construction
  • Engine timing idler bearing application for select Subaru and Saab models

Application Details

Compatible With 1999-2008 Subaru Forester, left; 2002-2008 Subaru Impreza, left lower; 2005-2008 Subaru Legacy, left lower; 2005-2008 Subaru Outback, left lower; 2000-2007 Subaru Outback, left; 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X, center; 2005-2006 Saab 9-2X, left; 2004-2006 Subaru Baja, left lower; 2003-2006 Subaru Baja, left; 1998-2006 Subaru Impreza, left; 1999 Subaru Impreza, left; 1996-1999 Subaru Legacy, left; 1990-1998 Subaru Legacy, lower; 1995-1997 Subaru Impreza, left; and 1993 Subaru Impreza, left. This part cross-references 9759VKM88001 and 13085AA010 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Timing belt noise from a worn idler bearing
  • Uneven belt tracking in the timing system
  • Excess friction at the timing belt path
  • Premature wear in the idler pulley assembly
  • Loss of stable belt tension during engine operation

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and position before ordering. This SKF TBP88001 timing idler bearing is listed for left, left lower, lower, and center positions depending on application, including Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, Baja, and Saab 9-2X. Compare the bearing dimensions and housing style to the original part before installation.

Quality Assurance

SKF has more than 100 years of engineering and manufacturing experience in bearings and seals. The TBP88001 is produced to high quality standards using low-friction bearing technology, performance grease, and sealing materials for long service life and dependable engine timing operation.

This part fits 77 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2008SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2008SubaruImpreza2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2008SubaruLegacy2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2008SubaruOutback2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2007SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2007SubaruImpreza2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2007SubaruLegacy2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2007SubaruOutback2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2007SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006Saab9-2X2.5LH4N/ACenter
2006Saab9-2X2.5LH4Left
2006SubaruBaja2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruBaja2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruImpreza2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruLegacy2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruOutback2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2006SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005Saab9-2X2.5LH4Left
2005Saab9-2X2.0LH4N/ACenter
2005SubaruBaja2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruBaja2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruImpreza2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruImpreza2.0LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruLegacy2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruOutback2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2005SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruBaja2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruBaja2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruImpreza2.5LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruImpreza2.0LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2004SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2003SubaruBaja2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2003SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2003SubaruImpreza2.0LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2003SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2003SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2002SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2002SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2002SubaruImpreza2.0LH4Left LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2002SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2001SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2001SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2001SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2000SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2000SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
2000SubaruOutback2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1999SubaruForester2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1999SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1999SubaruImpreza2.2LH4Left
1999SubaruLegacy2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1998SubaruImpreza2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1998SubaruLegacy2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1998SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1997SubaruImpreza2.2LH4LeftIncludes Housing Assembly for engines with EJ22E.
1997SubaruLegacy2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1997SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1996SubaruImpreza2.2LH4LeftIncludes Housing Assembly for engines with EJ22E.
1996SubaruLegacy2.5LH4LeftEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1996SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1995SubaruImpreza2.2LH4LeftIncludes Housing Assembly for engines with EJ22E.
1995SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1994SubaruLegacyLowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1994SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1993SubaruImprezaLeftIncludes Housing Assembly with EJ18 Engine from September 1993.
1993SubaruImpreza1.8LH4LeftIncludes Housing Assembly with EJ18 Engine from September 1993.
1993SubaruLegacyLowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1993SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1992SubaruLegacyLowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1992SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1991SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly
1990SubaruLegacy2.2LH4LowerEngine Timing Idler Bearing with Housing Assembly

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.