Engines with semi-automatic tensioning roller: Overview
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install toothed belt (note running direction) and remove pin from fuel injection pump sprocket.
- Install idler pulley and tighten.
Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
- Turn tensioning roller to right using pin wrench (e.g. Matra V159) until notch aligns with raised portion (arrows).
- Tighten lock nut on tensioning roller.
Tightening torque: 20 Nm (15 ft lb)
- Check again to make sure TDC mark on flywheel and reference mark are aligned.
- Tighten camshaft sprocket mounting bolt.
Tightening torque: 45 Nm (33 ft lb)
- Remove setting bar.