Gates TCK308 timing belt component kit for the 1998 Mazda Protege 4-cylinder 1.5L and the 1999-2003 Protege 4-cylinder 1.6L replaces the belt, idler and tensioner of the timing drive in one box. This Gates timing belt kit, also called an engine timing belt component kit, pairs them with a tensioner spring.
- Spring-type tensioner supplied with the belt and idler
- Belt with 123 curvilinear (II) teeth
- Timing parts packaged as one kit to streamline parts sourcing
- Part of the Gates PowerGrip Timing Component Kit (TCK) line
Quick facts
- Part: Gates TCK308 timing belt component kit
- Also called: engine timing belt component kit
- Fits: the 1998 Mazda Protege 4-cylinder 1.5L and the 1999-2003 Protege 4-cylinder 1.6L
- Material: HSN belt
- Condition: New
A cracked, frayed or glazed belt, oil on the belt, or a ticking or slapping noise from the front of the engine can mean the timing drive needs attention. Before you replace this kit, rule out ignition and fuel faults, which can also produce a rough-running or no-start complaint.
Fits
This kit is a direct-fit replacement for the 1998 Mazda Protege 4-cylinder 1.5L and the 1999-2003 Protege 4-cylinder 1.6L; each takes one kit.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Components in kit: 4
- Belt width: 22 mm (0.846 in)
Build and materials
- Belt material: HSN
- Tensioner type: spring
- Condition: New
- Gates warranty: matches the original manufacturer's timing belt replacement intervals, covering parts, labor and other associated costs
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One timing belt, one idler, one tensioner and one tensioner spring. No water pump is included.
Installation notes
- Detailed installation instructions come with the kit as instruction sheet 0098-9041.
- Technical Service Bulletins for troublesome applications are included.
Interchange: 2445-0308
BTK94610S · TB308LK1 · TB308K1 · 95308K1 · 95308K1S · WP308K1A · GTK0308 · 2523080 · VKMA94610 · VKMA94610S
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TCK308, BTK94610S, TB308LK1, TB308K1, 95308K1, 95308K1S, WP308K1A, 2445-0308, GTK0308, 2523080, VKMA94610, VKMA94610S
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this work as a 2000 Mazda Protege timing belt kit within the 1999-2003 Protege 4-cylinder 1.6L range?
Yes. Gates TCK308 fits the 1999-2003 Mazda Protege 4-cylinder 1.6L, and also the 1998 Protege 4-cylinder 1.5L. Each takes one kit.
What is in this Gates timing belt component kit?
It holds one timing belt, one idler, one tensioner and one tensioner spring, with instruction sheet 0098-9041.
Is this a Gates timing belt and water pump kit, or is the pump a separate part?
No. Gates TCK308 has no water pump; it contains the belt, idler, tensioner and tensioner spring. A pump is a separate part.
How wide is the belt in the Gates TCK308, and how many teeth does it have?
The belt is 22 mm (0.846 in) wide and has 123 teeth of the curvilinear (II) type.
Does Gates TCK308 include installation instructions?
Yes. Instruction sheet 0098-9041 comes in the kit, along with Technical Service Bulletins for troublesome applications.
