Auxiliary Belt Tensioner

[greg_68]

Dad, whats that funny smell.

 

Well it had been nearly 6 weeks since the last breakdown so I can't complain. :huh:

(I have to laugh otherwise I'd torch the thing.)

 

Looking in the rearview mirror smoke trailing from the car and burning rubber smell. After a little investigation realised it was an auxiliary belt problem.

 

Limped the car home, did the search, as usual you guys hit the nail on the head. Thanks. :huh:

 

Auxiliary belt tensioner seized.

 

Well a bit more than seized....mostly none exsistent. the plastic bit anyway.

 

I thought I'd do my bit for the group and took some photo's whilst fitting the replacement, so if anyone needs details on how to change the auxiliary belt or the tensioner I can either send them privately or post them on here.

 

Belt change would take about 30 mins I reckon.

 

I think it would be a good idea to have a dedicated repair section on the forum to show repair/replacement solutions rather than them getting lost in all the other sections.

 

thanks again to all those with the knowledge to help us mere mortals out.

 

Greg.

[t4underc4t]

Hi Greg.

 

Yes Please. I would be interested in details on replacing Aux Cambelt and tensioners. There doesn't appear to be much space on the side so a quick heads up would be very useful. I have a 2002 1.9TDI... but I can't imagine the theory is much different

 

Regards

 

Gary

[NikpV]

Pictures would be great - please upload not link and we can put them in the FAQ - I know I'm obsessed :D :D