Cloyes C740 Engine Balance Shaft Chain

Cloyes C740 Balance Shaft Chain

The Cloyes C740 balance shaft chain is built for Volkswagen and Audi engines that rely on precise balance shaft timing for smooth operation. With inverted tooth construction, steel chain material, and factory-style timing marks, it supports accurate service work on a wide range of 2007-2025 applications.

Key Features

• Part number C740 balance shaft chain from Cloyes
• Inverted tooth chain design for consistent tooth engagement
• Steel construction for durability in engine service
• Timing marks included for alignment during installation
• 96 links, 1-row design, 0.25 in / 6.35 mm pitch
• 12 in / 304.8 mm chain length and 0.478 in / 11.77 mm width
• 6 timing marks for setup reference

Balance Shaft Chain Details

Cloyes has focused on timing system components since 1921, and the C740 reflects that experience in a balance shaft chain engineered for OE-level fit and quiet operation. The chain is heat-treated and pre-stressed, with a chain-to-sprocket tooth fit intended to maintain stable engagement in engines where the balance shaft chain is part of, or adjacent to, the timing system. This part cross-references Anchor 9740 for the same application.

Compatible With Volkswagen Jetta, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi Q5, Volkswagen GTI, and other listed applications, the C740 is a direct service part for many 2.0T-era platforms. It is also a strong match for long-tail searches such as Volkswagen Jetta balance shaft chain replacement, Audi Q5 balance shaft chain service, and Audi A4 Quattro engine balance shaft chain repair.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive chain noise from a worn balance shaft chain
• Timing alignment concerns during balance shaft service
• Chain stretch or wear in high-mileage engines
• Restoring smooth engine balance shaft operation after teardown
• Replacing a damaged chain during timing system maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

For total timing system integrity, Cloyes recommends replacing the chain together with the tensioners, guides, and sprockets during service. Verify timing marks carefully before engine start-up, and confirm application match by year, make, model, and engine configuration before installation. This part is listed for multiple Volkswagen and Audi models, including Volkswagen Jetta, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen GTI applications.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes manufactures this balance shaft chain from premium materials and backs its timing components with industry-leading technical support. The C740 is engineered for quiet operation, durability, and OE-level performance in service applications across the listed Volkswagen and Audi fitments.