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Cloyes Timing Chain Guide for Upper Applications
The Cloyes 9-5786 timing chain guide is a nylon upper guide for engine timing systems that connect the crankshaft and camshaft. It is built for 2011-2021 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac ELR, and Cruze Limited applications listed below.
Key Features
- Nylon guide surface for timing chain control
- Mounting bracket included
- Engine timing chain guide for upper position applications
- CAD-designed and manufactured with advanced materials
- Tested for function and durability
- Part number 9-5786 for direct identification
Product Details
Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5786 is part of the Cloyes Timing Chain Guide line, which focuses on OE-style timing components for engine valve train service. This upper guide helps maintain proper chain tracking in timing systems used on the Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac ELR, and Cruze Limited. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain to keep the system tight and operating correctly. This part cross-references 95786 and 55353997 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2020-2021 Buick Encore, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2013-2019 Buick Encore, Upper
- Fits 2020-2021 Chevrolet Trax, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2013-2019 Chevrolet Trax, Upper
- Fits 2020 Chevrolet Sonic, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2012-2019 Chevrolet Sonic, Upper
- Fits 2014-2016 Cadillac ELR, Upper
- Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, Upper
- Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, Upper
- Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt, Upper
Common Repair Uses
- Replacing a worn or noisy upper timing chain guide
- Restoring proper timing chain tracking on high-mileage engines
- Addressing chain slap or chain movement in the valve train
- Servicing timing components during chain replacement
- Correcting guide wear found during engine teardown
Installation Notes
Install the guide in the upper timing chain position specified for the engine. Inspect the chain, tensioner, and sprockets before assembly, and replace worn timing components together to maintain chain tension and alignment. Verify application details by year, make, model, and engine configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-based design and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability to support consistent engine timing performance.
Description
Cloyes Timing Chain Guide for Upper Applications
The Cloyes 9-5786 timing chain guide is a nylon upper guide for engine timing systems that connect the crankshaft and camshaft. It is built for 2011-2021 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac ELR, and Cruze Limited applications listed below.
Key Features
- Nylon guide surface for timing chain control
- Mounting bracket included
- Engine timing chain guide for upper position applications
- CAD-designed and manufactured with advanced materials
- Tested for function and durability
- Part number 9-5786 for direct identification
Product Details
Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5786 is part of the Cloyes Timing Chain Guide line, which focuses on OE-style timing components for engine valve train service. This upper guide helps maintain proper chain tracking in timing systems used on the Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac ELR, and Cruze Limited. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain to keep the system tight and operating correctly. This part cross-references 95786 and 55353997 for the same application.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2020-2021 Buick Encore, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2013-2019 Buick Encore, Upper
- Fits 2020-2021 Chevrolet Trax, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2013-2019 Chevrolet Trax, Upper
- Fits 2020 Chevrolet Sonic, Upper timing chain guide
- Fits 2012-2019 Chevrolet Sonic, Upper
- Fits 2014-2016 Cadillac ELR, Upper
- Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, Upper
- Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, Upper
- Fits 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt, Upper
Common Repair Uses
- Replacing a worn or noisy upper timing chain guide
- Restoring proper timing chain tracking on high-mileage engines
- Addressing chain slap or chain movement in the valve train
- Servicing timing components during chain replacement
- Correcting guide wear found during engine teardown
Installation Notes
Install the guide in the upper timing chain position specified for the engine. Inspect the chain, tensioner, and sprockets before assembly, and replace worn timing components together to maintain chain tension and alignment. Verify application details by year, make, model, and engine configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-based design and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability to support consistent engine timing performance.












