Gates TCK297A timing belt component kit for the 2001-2006 Audi A8 Quattro V8 4.2L and other vehicles replaces the belt, tensioner and idlers that keep the camshaft turning in step with the crankshaft. This Gates timing belt kit, also called an engine timing belt component kit, groups the belt-drive parts under one part number.
- Belt, tensioner and two idlers in a single kit
- Hydraulic tensioner
- HSN belt material with a curvilinear (II) tooth profile
- Part of the Gates PowerGrip Timing Component Kit (TCK) line
Quick facts
- Part: Gates TCK297A timing belt component kit
- Also called: engine timing belt component kit
- Fits: 2001-2006 Audi A8 Quattro V8 4.2L and other vehicles
- Material: HSN (belt)
- Condition: New
A worn timing belt can show up as a ticking from the front of the engine, a rough idle or hard starting. These signs alone do not prove the belt is at fault, since a bad crankshaft position sensor can give a similar rough-running complaint.
Fits
The 2001-2006 Audi A8 Quattro V8 4.2L, the 2004-2006 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4.2L and the 2004-2006 Volkswagen Touareg V8 4.2L are among the vehicles this kit fits.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Number of components: 4
- Belt width: 30 mm (1.181 in)
- Belt teeth: 253
Build and materials
- Belt material: HSN
- Tooth type: Curvilinear (II)
- Tensioner type: Hydraulic
- Timing marks: No
- Condition: New
- Warranty: Gates warranty matches the original manufacturer's timing belt replacement intervals for parts, labor and other associated costs
- Country of origin: Japan
In the box
One belt, one hydraulic tensioner, two idlers and an instruction sheet. A water pump is not included. This listing is one kit, and each vehicle takes one.
Installation notes
- Detailed installation instructions come with the kit on instruction sheet 0098-1642.
Interchange: TB297K4 · 95297K2 · 95297K2S · GTK0297A · 2522971
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TCK297A, TB297K4, 95297K2, 95297K2S, GTK0297A, 2522971
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gates TCK297A right for the 2004-2006 Volkswagen Touareg V8 4.2L?
Yes, Gates TCK297A fits the 2004-2006 Volkswagen Touareg V8 4.2L. If your car is a different one, look up its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
What is in the box with the Gates PowerGrip timing belt kit?
Gates TCK297A holds one belt, one hydraulic tensioner, two idlers and an instruction sheet. No water pump is included, and each vehicle takes one kit.
Is the Gates TCK297A a Gates timing belt and water pump kit?
No. TCK297A is a timing belt component kit with a belt, a tensioner and two idlers. It has no water pump, so the pump is sold separately.
How many teeth and how wide is the belt in this Gates timing belt component kit?
The belt has 253 teeth and is 30 mm (1.181 in) wide. It has a curvilinear (II) tooth profile and HSN belt material.
Is TB297K4 the same as Gates TCK297A?
TB297K4 is listed as an interchange number for Gates TCK297A, so it points to this same kit.
