VW Beetle Serpentine Belt Tensioner Arm - 1998-05 - 4 Cyl Gas

1999-2005     Beetle Hatchback - Models w/ 1.8L 4 Cylinder 20 Valve Turbocharged Engine
1998-2005     Beetle Hatchback - Models w/ 2.0L 4 Cylinder 8 Valve Engine
2003-2005     Beetle Convertible - Models w/ 1.8L 4 Cylinder 20 Valve Turbocharged Engine
2003-2005     Beetle Convertible - Models w/ 2.0L 4 Cylinder 8 Valve Engine

Why Should I Replace My Serpentine Belt Tensioner? Customers may want to consider replacing the serpentine belt tensioner when performing VW Beetle timing belt service. The serpentine belt tensioner is easily accessible during the timing belt service and replacement during this time will save labor costs. Many times the bearing in the pulley will unexpectedly fail due to age and higher mileage. Also in some cases the tension spring or damper part of the tensioner can become weak giving the serpentine belt insufficient belt tension. We have seen serpentine belt tensioner failure as early 70,000 miles.