13142AA020 Subaru TENSIONER-CHAIN, Price: 50.79$, Weight: 0.435kg
| Make | Number | Name | Availability | Weight, kg | Ship in, Days | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Subaru |
13142AA020 |
TENSIONER-CHAIN |
48 |
0.435 |
2-3 |
50.79$ |
Compatibility
Essential Chain Tensioner for Your Subaru Engine
Keeping your vehicle’s engine in tip-top shape is critical for performance and longevity. The Chain Tensioner plays a pivotal role in maintaining the right tension on your car's timing chain, ensuring that the engine's valves open and close at the correct intervals.
How Does the Chain Tensioner Function
Mounted on the engine block, the Chain Tensioner uses a spring-loaded mechanism or hydraulic pressure to apply just the right amount of force to the timing chain. It compensates for chain slack which might occur due to wear or elongation over time.
Consequences of a Faulty Chain Tensioner
If the Chain Tensioner fails, you may face serious engine issues including skewed timing, reduced performance, and even catastrophic engine failure. A broken tensioner can lead to a slapping noise in the timing cover area, and worst-case scenario, a jumped timing chain causing pistons to collide with open valves. It is a crucial part that must be in working order to prevent expensive damage.
Ensuring Compatibility
When selecting a new Chain Tensioner, it's crucial to choose one that is compatible with your vehicle model. Below is a list of Subaru models that this tensioner is designed to fit:
- Legacy
- Tribeca