This specific guide is located inside the engine's timing cover and sits on the outer, slack side of the camshaft chain. It works directly with the tensioner to maintain correct chain tension, which is critical for proper engine timing and performance.

Over time, the guide's surface can wear down from constant contact with the chain, or the material can become brittle and break. A common sign of a faulty guide is a distinct rattling or slapping noise from the front of the engine, often more noticeable on start-up. Replacing a worn or damaged guide is essential to prevent excessive timing chain slack and the risk of serious engine damage.

Product Features

• Genuine Nissan Quality: An original equipment (OEM) part, ensuring perfect fitment, material integrity, and the longest possible service life.
• Durable Construction: Manufactured from a high-strength, wear-resistant polymer designed to handle constant chain contact and high engine temperatures.
• Maintains Engine Timing: Precisely engineered to prevent timing chain slap and maintain correct tension for smooth, reliable engine operation.

Installation Notes 

Replacing this timing chain guide is a complex workshop job that requires removal of the engine's timing cover. Specialist tools and a thorough understanding of engine timing procedures are essential for this task. When undertaking this job, it is highly recommended to replace the complete timing chain kit, including all chains, tensioners, and other guides. You will also require a new timing cover gasket and front crankshaft seal for reassembly.

At Patrolapart we sell a complete kit with all the necessary parts to do this job as recommended -

Thai D40 - TIMINGD40TYD

Spanish D40 After 2010 - TIMINGD40M2

Spanish D40 Before 2010 - TIMINGD40M

Vehicle Fitment

• Nissan Navara D22 models with YD25 engine.
• Nissan Navara D40 Thai built models with VIN starting with MNT with the YD25 engine
• Nissan Navara D40 Spanish built models with VIN starting with VSK with the YD25 engine AFTER 01/2010
• Nissan Pathfinder R51 Spanish built models with VIN starting with VSK with the YD25 engine AFTER 01/2010

Please check vehicle fitment to confirm compatibility with your vehicle. Please contact us with your VIN details if you require further assistance to confirm fitment.

Nissan Genuine Parts

Choosing genuine Nissan parts ensures the quality and fit for your Nissan. Unlike some aftermarket alternatives, genuine Nissan parts are manufactured to exacting standards, using materials specifically designed to withstand the rigors of Australian conditions. Guaranteeing performance, service life, and reliability. Using inferior, non-genuine guides for a critical component like this risks premature wear or complete breakage, which can lead to catastrophic engine failure and far more expensive repairs down the track.