Gates TCK257A timing belt component kit for the 2002-2006 Toyota Camry V6 3.0L, the 2004-2006 Camry V6 3.3L and other vehicles replaces the timing belt along with the tensioner and idler that run with it. The belt keeps the camshafts in time with the crankshaft, and this Gates timing belt kit changes all three parts together.
- PowerGrip Timing Component Kit (TCK) line from Gates
- Kit includes a timing belt, a hydraulic tensioner and an idler
- Timing belt with 211 curvilinear (II) teeth, 32 mm wide
- HSN belt material with timing marks
Quick facts
- Part: Gates TCK257A timing belt component kit
- Also called: engine timing belt component kit
- Fits: the 2002-2006 Toyota Camry V6 3.0L, the 2004-2006 Camry V6 3.3L and other vehicles
- Material: HSN belt
- Condition: New
A ticking noise near the timing cover, rough running or a check engine light can mean the belt, tensioner or idler is worn. A rough-running engine can also come from a weak ignition coil or a faulty crankshaft position sensor, so track down the cause first.
Fits
The vehicles it fits include the 2001-2003 Toyota Highlander V6 3.0L, the 2004-2007 Highlander V6 3.3L and the 2004-2006 Toyota Sienna V6 3.3L, and each takes one kit. If your car isn't named here, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section, where the other vehicles are sorted by year and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Components in kit: 3 (one belt, one tensioner, one idler)
- Belt width: 32 mm (1.26 in)
- Belt teeth: 211
Build and materials
- Belt material: HSN
- Tooth type: Curvilinear (II)
- Tensioner type: Hydraulic
- Timing marks: Yes
- Grade type: OE Exact
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
- Warranty: Gates warranty matches the original manufacturer's timing belt replacement intervals, covering parts, labor and other associated costs
In the box
One timing belt, one hydraulic tensioner and one idler. A water pump is not included.
Installation notes
- Installation instructions come with the kit as instruction sheet 0098-1633.
Interchange: 2470-1257
BK257A · TB257K2 · 95257K3 · 95257K3S · GTK0257A · 2522572 · VKMA91304S
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TCK257A, BK257A, TB257K2, 95257K3, 95257K3S, 2470-1257, GTK0257A, 2522572, VKMA91304S
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Gates TCK257A fit a 2004-2006 Toyota Sienna V6 3.3L?
Yes. Gates TCK257A fits the 2004-2006 Toyota Sienna V6 3.3L and takes one kit per vehicle. Look up other cars in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
What parts are in this Gates engine timing belt component kit besides the belt?
Gates TCK257A also holds one hydraulic tensioner and one idler. A water pump is not part of the kit.
Is this a Gates timing belt and water pump kit?
No. This listing is a timing belt kit with a belt, a tensioner and an idler. The water pump is a separate part and is not included.
Is the tensioner in the Gates PowerGrip timing belt kit hydraulic?
Yes. The TCK257A kit has a hydraulic tensioner. Its belt has 211 teeth in a curvilinear (II) tooth profile and is 32 mm wide.
What does the Gates warranty on this timing belt kit cover?
The Gates warranty matches the original manufacturer's timing belt replacement intervals. It covers parts, labor and other associated costs.
