Passat Wagon L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (AHU) (1997)
Ribbed Belt: Service and Repair
Replacement
Less Tensioner
SPECIAL TOOLS
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Lever tool No. 3297, or equivalent.
REMOVAL
Models Less Automatic Tensioner
1. Loosen alternator mounting bolts -1- and -2- at least one turn.
2. Press down on alternator using lever tool No. 3297, or equivalent, and remove the ribbed drive belts from the alternator pulley.
3. Remove power steering pump V-belt.
4. Remove ribbed drive belt.
INSTALLATION
1. Place ribbed drive belt on crankshaft pulley/vibration damper and water pump pulley.
2. Install power steering pump V-belt.
3. Push alternator down onto stop at least 3 times with lever to ensure that it moves freely.
4. Push down on alternator using lever and install the ribbed drive belt.
NOTE: If the engine has not yet been installed, continue with this sequence AFTER the engine has been installed.
5. Idle engine for at least 10 seconds with alternator loose.
NOTE: When tightening the alternator bolts, observe tightening sequence below, do not use alternator for support and do not touch the ribbed
drive belt.