Service Procedures for Drive Belt Replacement in 2007 New Beetle Convertible with L5-25L Engine
Drive Belt: Procedures
Ribbed Belt, Checking Condition
03 - Service Procedures
Ribbed Belt, Checking Condition
Perform the following work procedure:
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Crank engine at vibration damper/belt pulley using a socket wrench.
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With vehicle elevated, check ribbed belt - 1 - from below for:
‹› Sub-surface cracks (cracks, core ruptures, cross sectional breaks)
‹› Layer separation (top layer, cord strands), base break-up
‹› Fraying of cords
‹› Wear at flanks (material wear, frayed flanks, hardening or glazing of flanks, surface cracks)
‹› Oil or grease contamination
‹› Replace the belt if any damage is found. By replacing, failures and/or disturbances can be avoided. Replacing the belt is a repair procedure.
Ribbed Belt, Without Automatic Tensioner, Adjusting Tension
03 - Service Procedures
Ribbed Belt, without Automatic Tensioner, Adjusting Tension
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Clamping Lever (3297)