...RENAULT Clio II, Express, Kangoo, Rapid, Symbol 1.5 dCi K9K700, K9K702, K9K710 Accessory drive on Renault 1.5 DCi engines Certain Renault 1.5 DCi models, produced between June 2001 and June 2002, without air-conditioning, could have issues with the accessory drive belt, as a result o...
...AUDI / VOLKSWAGEN A4, A6, Cabrio, Passat 1.8, 1.8 – 20v T AEB, ADR, AFY, AJL, ANB, ARG, ARK, APT, APU, AVV Timing Belt System replacement on VAG 1.8 20V engines (PowerGrip® Belt and Kits 5492XS) History Originally the VAG 1.8 20V engines were equipped with OE belt 058109119A/05...
...OPEL / VAUXHALL Astra, Combo, Corsa, Meriva 1.7 Di / DTi (ISUZU) / CDTi Y17DT, Y17DTL, Z17DTH PowerGrip® Kit K015563XS Some time ago we launched our PowerGrip® Kit K015563XS for GM/Isuzu engines Y17DT, Y17DTL and Z17DTH. This kit contains the coil spring tensioner as advised by GM...
...Strongline explains why the OE tensioner that comes off the car might look different to the Gates OE quality replacement that’s inside the PowerGrip box. Vehicle manufacturers commission a range of component designs from different suppliers as a matter of routine, for logistical reaso...
...Identifying problems before they turn into costly belt drive failures, can mean the difference between a satisfied customer now and an expensive rectification job in the near future. Gates does some straight talking about key issues. Rapid improvements in Accessory Belt Drive System (ABDS)...
...Cooling problems - symptom or cause Symptom or cause - can you tell the difference? Gates has some tips for mechanics when cooling systems problems arise. If the temperature gauge on a vehicle is continuously in the red, a new publication from Gates will help. Diagnostics Made Easy...
...VW Golf 16Valve Tensioner Problems VW Golf 16 Valve Tensioner Problems A VW Golf 16 Valve engine met a premature end when one of the timing belts broke. Gates Technical Support’s Andrew Vaux takes us step-by-step, as he examines all of the evidence to determine why the belt faile...