Poly V-belt, removing and installing

Special tools and equipment

Fig 1: Identifying T20167 Clamp

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Removing

Fig 2: Relieving Tension On Poly V-Belt

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Turn tensioning device in direction of (arrow) to relieve tension on poly V-belt.

Fig 3: Exploded View Of Poly V-belt Components

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Installing

Install in reverse order and note the following:

NOTE:

Ensure, before installing poly V-belt, that all ancillaries (Generator, air conditioning compressor, power steering pump) are secured tightly.
When installing the poly V-belt observe belt direction of rotation and ensure that the belt is seated correctly in the belt pulleys.
On vehicles which do not have an air conditioning system, place the ribbed belt over the Generator pulley last.
For models with an air conditioning, place the poly V-belt over the air conditioning compressor last.

After completing repairs always:

Fig 4: Identifying Belt Drive With No Air Conditioning Compressor

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Belt drive with no air conditioning compressor

Fig 5: Identifying Belt Drive With Air Conditioning Compressor

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Belt drive with air conditioning compressor