Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Golf Mk4 > Power unit | 4-cylinder injection engine (1.6 l engine, roller rocker fingers), Mechanics | Enginecrankshaft group, pistons | Dismantling and assembling engine | Removing and installing poly V-belt

Installing poly V-belt

–	Installation is carried out in the reverse sequence of removal.

Note

t	Before installing poly V-belt, ensure that all ancillary assemblies (alternator, air conditioner compressor, PAS vane pump) are secured tightly.

t	When fitting poly V-belt, check direction of belt rotation and proper seating of belt in belt pulleys.

t	For vehicles without air conditioning, fit poly V-belt on alternator last.

t	For vehicles with air conditioning, fit poly V-belt on air conditioner compressor last.

–	Fit poly V-belt.

After completing repairs always:

–	Start engine and check belt running.

Belt drive without air conditioner compressor.

Belt drive with air conditioner compressor

Note

Engines with an air conditioner compressor are fitted with a double poly V-belt.

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