Gates T43100 Hydraulic Timing Belt Tensioner for 1992-2005 Lexus/Toyota 3.0 L V6

Vehicle Fitment

• Lexus SC300 (1992-2000, 3.0 L V6)
• Lexus GS300 (1993-2005, 3.0 L V6)
• Lexus IS300 (2001-2005, 3.0 L V6)
• Toyota Supra (1993-1998, 3.0 L 6-cyl) - includes base and twin-turbo variants

Features

• Hydraulic-type timing belt tensioner - automatically maintains proper belt tension and reduces maintenance complexity.
• OE-exact replacement designed to meet or exceed original equipment standards.
• Durable aluminum housing for long life under engine heat and stress.
• Eliminates manual belt-tension adjustment during installation - simplifies timing-belt service.
• Ensures consistent timing belt tension - critical for interference-engine 3.0 L V6 applications.
• Designed for reliability under both normal driving and demanding performance conditions.
• Sold individually - allows replacement of only the tensioner if belt condition is satisfactory.
• Compatible with original OEM numbers and aftermarket cross references for 3.0 L 6-cyl Toyota/Lexus engines.

Specifications

• Part Number: T43100
• Type: Hydraulic Cylinder Timing Belt Tensioner
• Material: Aluminum housing / OE-spec internal components
• Pulley Quantity: 0 (tensioner only - no extra idler pulleys included)
• Mount Type: Direct-fit for 3.0 L V6 Toyota/Lexus engines listed under fitment
• Package Quantity: 1x tensioner per pack

Included Components

• 1x Gates T43100 hydraulic timing belt tensioner

Product Description

The Gates T43100 Hydraulic Timing Belt Tensioner is engineered as a direct-fit replacement for worn or failing original tensioners on select 3.0 L V6 engines used in vehicles such as Lexus SC300, GS300, IS300 and Toyota Supra (1992-2005 model years). Its hydraulic design automatically maintains optimal belt tension, ensuring precise camshaft and crankshaft synchronization - essential for interference-type V6 engines where timing belt integrity is critical. The OE-exact aluminum housing and internal components ensure durability and reliable performance even under high heat and stress conditions.

By replacing an old or worn tensioner with T43100 during a timing belt service, you can restore proper belt tension, minimize the risk of premature belt wear or failure, and reduce maintenance overhead thanks to the self-adjusting design. This makes it a practical choice for vehicle owners, mechanics, or restoration projects involving these 3.0 L Toyota/Lexus platforms.

Before purchasing or installing, always confirm your vehicle's VIN, engine code, and build year against the fitment list above - as timing system compatibility depends on those factors. Use T43100 only when your engine matches the listed 3.0 L V6 applications to avoid mis-fitment or potential engine damage.