How to replace the Primary Timing Chain Tensioner on GMC Acadia?

The first step to change the Timing Chain Tensioner requires you to remove the spark plugs to spin the Crankshaft followed by removing the engine front cover. Timing Chain and sprocket markings become essential when performing camshaft timing system installation if the system stayed in stage 2. The installation process starts by unmounting the Timing Chain Tensioner. The installation should start with a new Timing Chain Tensioner followed by reimplementing the spark plugs then installing the engine front cover.

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GMC Acadia Belt Tensioner Part Number: 12627119
$63.68 MSRP: $109.37
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Drive Belt; Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Serpentine Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Cooling
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2021 GMC Acadia | SL, SLE, SLT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Timing Tensioner Part Number: 12627109
$43.24 MSRP: $74.26
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2021 GMC Acadia | SL, SLE, SLT | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Tensioner Part Number: 12609263
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Camshaft Intermediate Drive Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2016 GMC Acadia | Denali, SL, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Chain Guide Part Number: 12609261
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Timing Chain Tensioner; Timing Chain Guide; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2016 GMC Acadia | Denali, SL, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Tensioner Part Number: 12609259
$67.38 MSRP: $114.76
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2016 GMC Acadia | Denali, SL, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Tensioner Part Number: 12713642
$45.14 MSRP: $70.71
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12673240, 12647889, 12674627
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2023 GMC Acadia | AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Tensioner Part Number: 12713641
$43.12 MSRP: $67.54
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12674626, 12647886
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2023 GMC Acadia | AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Chain Guide Part Number: 12713639
$39.67 MSRP: $67.54
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Timing Chain Tensioner; Timing Chain Guide; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12674624
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2019 GMC Acadia | Denali, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Tensioner Part Number: 12713638
$28.32 MSRP: $46.64
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 12647893
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2023 GMC Acadia | AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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GMC Acadia Timing Tensioner Part Number: 12709437
$9.70 MSRP: $15.20
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- Other Name: Tensioner Assembly-Timing Chain; Tensioner; Tensioner, Engine Timing
- Replaces: 55506835
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 GMC Acadia | Denali, SLE, SLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

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Timing chain tensioner is an important component widely used in the GMC Acadia vehicles, thus providing it an important place in the car's performance. Intended to keep the correct tension of the timing chain this Timing Chain Tensioner helps to ensure that the engine runs smoothly, which can positively affect efficiency and safety. Being applicable to many varieties of GMC Acadia, including the first generation produced since 2006 and the second generation with the major redesign in 2016, the Timing Chain Tensioner is developed as a direct fit for each of the models that it is designed to work on. That is why it can be considered one of the key indicators of quality in the automotive industry since it helps avoid wear and possible failures of the engine, or its components, thus, prolonging the car's life. Another feature of safety is the Timing Chain Tensioner that stabilizes the engine of GMC Acadia and thus, decreases the probability to have a trouble on the road. Also, to value add, the Timing Chain Tensioner is made with high wearing material that can perform optimally even under tough operating environment. Through the effective operation of the GMC Acadia Timing Chain Tensioner, the Acadia offers reassurance and a luxurious drive to the car users and therefore, GMC Acadia is preferred by most customers in the market due to its reliability, efficiency and safety.

GMC Acadia Timing Chain Tensioner Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to replace the Primary Timing Chain Tensioner on GMC Acadia?
A:
The first step to change the Timing Chain Tensioner requires you to remove the Spark Plugs to spin the Crankshaft followed by removing the engine front cover. Timing Chain and sprocket markings become essential when performing camshaft timing system installation if the system stayed in stage 2. The installation process starts by unmounting the Timing Chain Tensioner. The installation should start with a new Timing Chain Tensioner followed by reimplementing the spark plugs then installing the engine front cover.