The timing belt drive systems on 1.6 L and 2.0 L petrol driven engines in the VW, Audi, Seat and Skoda model ranges feature a common design. Following a scheduled belt replacement, mechanics often encounter the same problem. The drive system becomes noisy after a short run with what appears to be a relatively simple and straightforward installation procedure. It is ...

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In this month’s Belt Focus, Gates explains how to avoid some common causes of premature drive system failure. If the automotive drive belt system includes a water pump, it is good workshop practice to fit a new water pump whenever the belt is changed. That’s why Gates always recommends the fitting of a new water pump as part of a Gates belt ...

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Gates advises technicians on some common issues related to the cooling system in vehicles. Although not a supplier of coolant, it’s clear that the performance of the cooling system components that Gates does supply can be compromised if the coolant in the system is in a poor condition. Consequently, investigations into the premature failure of components such as water pumps, thermostats and ...

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Gates has expanded its range of solutions for timing belt drive systems for cars throughout the EMEA region, with the addition of OE-quality Variable Valve Timing Solenoids (VVTS). The VVTS plays a key engine management role in modern internal combustion engines, by monitoring and adjusting the opening and closing of valves inside the camshaft. The desired result is smoother idling and acceleration ...

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Gates explains some things every technician must know before changing the timing belt on VAG’s EA211 engine. While the VAG EA211 three-and-four-cylinder engines have been on the market for almost a decade, they still do not make for run-of-the-mill maintenance. Their special, oval sprockets (which we at Gates call ECO Sprockets), certainly have something to do with that. Let’s take a look ...

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Gates explains how failure to loosen the camshaft sprocket when setting belt tension can lead to disastrous consequences for the engine. For most of the latest models of camshaft sprocket, the sprocket must be loosened when the timing belt tension is being set – you are advised to check the vehicle manufacturer’s fitting instructions. If loosening the sprocket is required, the ...

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16 references have been added to the E-Cool brand by Gates, providing cost-effective new revenue streams for garages. Each part number is a complete solution. Among the vehicles covered by this extension are popular models from: Audi (A4, A5, and A6) BMW (Series 1-5 and X1-X5) Land Rover (Discovery and Range Rover) Porsche (Cayenne) Seat (Altea) VW (Golf and Scirocco

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Gates has announced the launch of a series of technical support webinars, which have been designed for automotive installers in the UK. Timing Drive Solutions on October 30, 2020 at 10.30 will be the first webinar of the new series. It will focus on synchronous belt drive systems including PowerGrip belt construction, the tensioners and ...

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The technical team at Gates investigates the cause of premature timing belt failure in the Synchronous Belt Drive System (SBDS) for a number of Ford, Peugeot and Citroën models. Models: Citroën C3, C4, C5, Berlingo and Jumpy; Peugeot 206, 207, 307, 308, 407, Expert and Partner, and Ford C-MAX, Fiesta and Fusion. Petrol engines: 1.6L diesel ...

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Now available for download, the Gates Automotive Catalogue App adapts the flexibility provided by smartphone and tablet operating systems to create a simple, fast and flexible tool. Offering an improved user experience, the Gates Automotive Catalogue App delivers enhanced features and service features not available via desktop or mobile browsers, including: A barcode scanner Additional search functionality A select ...

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