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Volkswagen New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Service and Repair

Make
Volkswagen
Model
New Beetle
Engine
L5-2.5L (BPS)
Year
2006
Section
Timing Belt › Service and Repair
MaintenanceService and Repair
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Timing Belt: Service and Repair

03 - Service Procedures

Camshaft Drive Toothed Belt, Checking

Toothed Belt, Checking Condition

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Open fasteners of upper toothed belt cover and remove cover.

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Check condition of toothed belt for:

‹› Cracks, cross-sectional breaks

‹› Separation (cover layer, belt cords)

‹› Wear-through on cover layer

‹› Fraying of cords

‹› Surface cracks (plastic shroud)

‹› Oil or grease contamination

‹› It is essential to replace toothed belt if malfunctions are found. By replacing, failures and/or disturbances can be avoided. Replacing the belt is a

repair procedure.

While checking the condition, take notice of the following defects: 

A - Tears (cover side)

B - Lateral movement

C - Fraying

D - Tears (in teeth)

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