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Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5950 Overview
Cloyes 9-5950 is an engine timing chain guide built for upper timing chain applications on select Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, and Cadillac vehicles. It uses nylon and steel construction, with a mounting bracket and shoe included, to help maintain chain tracking in the valvetrain.
As part of the Cloyes Timing Chain Guide line, this component is CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials, then tested for function and durability. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain.
Key Features
- Part number: 9-5950
- Timing chain guide for upper engine timing applications
- Nylon and steel construction
- Mounting bracket included
- Shoe included
- 2 mounting holes with 0.256 in. diameter
- Dimensions: 2.41 in. length, 1.396 in. width, 1.982 in. height
- Cross-reference part numbers: 95950, 12627184
Detailed Description
This Cloyes timing chain guide is engineered to route and stabilize the timing chain between the crankshaft and camshaft. It is a direct-fit upper guide for a wide range of GM vehicles, including Chevrolet Colorado, Camaro, Malibu, Equinox, Blazer, Impala, Traverse, GMC Canyon, Acadia, Terrain, Buick Envision, Regal, LaCrosse, Regal Sportback, Regal TourX, Cadillac ATS, CTS, and CT6. The 9-5950 part number is used across multiple model years, making it a practical replacement when servicing upper timing components on these applications.
Compatible With 2015-2020 Chevrolet Colorado, Upper; 2016-2020 Chevrolet Camaro, Upper; 2013-2020 Chevrolet Malibu, Upper; 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Upper; 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Upper; 2014-2019 Chevrolet Impala, Upper; 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, Upper; 2015-2020 GMC Canyon, Upper; 2017-2020 GMC Acadia, Upper; 2018-2020 GMC Terrain, Upper; 2016-2020 Buick Envision, Upper; 2014-2017 Buick Regal, Upper; 2018-2019 Buick LaCrosse, Upper; 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, Upper; 2018-2020 Buick Regal TourX, Upper; 2013-2019 Cadillac ATS, Upper; 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS, Upper; 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6, Upper.
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Worn or damaged upper timing chain guide surfaces
- Timing chain noise from guide wear
- Chain tracking problems in the upper timing assembly
- Service replacement during timing chain repair
- Restoration of proper chain support in the valvetrain
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify engine application, upper guide location, and OE part number before installation. When replacing the timing chain, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) together to maintain proper chain control. Confirm mounting hole size, bracket fitment, and guide orientation during assembly.
Quality Assurance
Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-based design and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability. The product is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.
Description
Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5950 Overview
Cloyes 9-5950 is an engine timing chain guide built for upper timing chain applications on select Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, and Cadillac vehicles. It uses nylon and steel construction, with a mounting bracket and shoe included, to help maintain chain tracking in the valvetrain.
As part of the Cloyes Timing Chain Guide line, this component is CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials, then tested for function and durability. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain.
Key Features
- Part number: 9-5950
- Timing chain guide for upper engine timing applications
- Nylon and steel construction
- Mounting bracket included
- Shoe included
- 2 mounting holes with 0.256 in. diameter
- Dimensions: 2.41 in. length, 1.396 in. width, 1.982 in. height
- Cross-reference part numbers: 95950, 12627184
Detailed Description
This Cloyes timing chain guide is engineered to route and stabilize the timing chain between the crankshaft and camshaft. It is a direct-fit upper guide for a wide range of GM vehicles, including Chevrolet Colorado, Camaro, Malibu, Equinox, Blazer, Impala, Traverse, GMC Canyon, Acadia, Terrain, Buick Envision, Regal, LaCrosse, Regal Sportback, Regal TourX, Cadillac ATS, CTS, and CT6. The 9-5950 part number is used across multiple model years, making it a practical replacement when servicing upper timing components on these applications.
Compatible With 2015-2020 Chevrolet Colorado, Upper; 2016-2020 Chevrolet Camaro, Upper; 2013-2020 Chevrolet Malibu, Upper; 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Upper; 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Upper; 2014-2019 Chevrolet Impala, Upper; 2018-2019 Chevrolet Traverse, Upper; 2015-2020 GMC Canyon, Upper; 2017-2020 GMC Acadia, Upper; 2018-2020 GMC Terrain, Upper; 2016-2020 Buick Envision, Upper; 2014-2017 Buick Regal, Upper; 2018-2019 Buick LaCrosse, Upper; 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, Upper; 2018-2020 Buick Regal TourX, Upper; 2013-2019 Cadillac ATS, Upper; 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS, Upper; 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6, Upper.
Common Issues This Part Can Address
- Worn or damaged upper timing chain guide surfaces
- Timing chain noise from guide wear
- Chain tracking problems in the upper timing assembly
- Service replacement during timing chain repair
- Restoration of proper chain support in the valvetrain
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify engine application, upper guide location, and OE part number before installation. When replacing the timing chain, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) together to maintain proper chain control. Confirm mounting hole size, bracket fitment, and guide orientation during assembly.
Quality Assurance
Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using CAD-based design and advanced materials, then tests each part for function and durability. The product is built to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed applications.












