Passat V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2004)
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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
Ribbed Belt - 4-cyl. & 6-cyl. Engine, Checking
Proceed as follows:
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Lift vehicle and remove lower sound deadening cover (where applicable).
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Fit wrench to vibration dampener/pulley -arrow- and turn so that entire length of ribbed belt running and flank surfaces are visible.
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Check ribbed belt -1 - for:
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Pitting and lateral or lengthwise cracks in ribbed belt running (contact) surfaces
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Lengthwise cuts, loose strands
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Pieces missing, separation, breaks in running surfaces
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Belt reinforcement (flank surface) fraying
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Flank and running surface wear, glazing, ribbed belt material deposits on pulley running (contact) surfaces
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Oil or grease deposits
NOTE: If ribbed belt is damaged, replace immediately to prevent failure or improper function of driven components.