Removing and installing poly-V-belt: VW Golf IV / Bora 1.6 (AEH, AKL, APF)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf IV / Bora (1J)

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job

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• Mark direction of rotation of poly-V-belt if it is to be reused.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Before removing, mark the top side and direction of rotation of the poly-V-belt. When installing, ensure correct fitting position and direction of rotation. If the belt is installed in the wrong position or against direction of rotation, the belt will be destroyed!Check poly-V-belt . If faults are found, it is essential for the poly-V-belt to be renewed. This will avoid possible breakdowns or operating problems. — Remove securing screws (arrows) and detach centre engine compartment cover.
2. Unscrew hexagon nut and unclip securing clips (arrows).
3. Remove right-hand engine compartment cover.
4. Mark direction of rotation of poly-V-belt if it is to be reused.
5. Move tensioning device of poly-V-belt to release tension on belt (arrow).

6. Lock tensioning device with locking pin T10060 A
7. Remove poly-V-belt.
8. ⚠ When installing used poly-V-belts observe the direction of rotation marked on removal!Before installing poly-V-belt, ensure that all ancillaries (alternator, air conditioner compressor, power assisted steering vane pump) are secured tightly.When fitting belt, ensure that poly-V-belt seats correctly in pulleys! — Fit poly-V-belt.
9. Remove locking pin T10060 A.
10. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque settings .
11. Start engine and check belt is running correctly.
12. Switch off engine.
13. Install centre and right-hand engine compartment cover.

🎬 Video walkthrough

Independent video tutorial by AUTODOC (YouTube) — a helpful visual companion to the steps above.

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