Engines without semi-automatic tensioning roller
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.
- Tension toothed belt by turning tensioner to right (arrow) using pin wrench, e.g. Matra V159.
Scale value: 12 to 13; measured between camshaft sprocket and diesel injection pump sprocket
- Tighten lock nut on tensioner.
Tightening torque: 45 Nm (33 ft lb)
- Tighten camshaft sprocket mounting bolt.
Tightening torque: 45 Nm (33 ft lb)
- Remove setting bar.
- Turn crankshaft two rotations in engine running direction and check toothed belt tension again.