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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In this investigation, the Gates technical team identifies the primary causes of premature failure of the guide pulley bearings in specific timing belt drive systems soon after replacement. Vehicle information Models: Kia (Rio, Cerato) Hyundai (Accent, Getz, Matrix, Coupe) Engines: 1.4L, 1.5L and 1.6L petrol Year: 1996–2014 When the guide pulleys in the timing belt drive systems on ...

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Gates has announced it will be broadcasting a technical webinar, which will specifically address accessory drive solutions.    The webinar on “Accessory Belt Drives Systems (ABDS) – Gates Micro-V Belts, Gates Drivealign Tensioners and Pulleys”  will take place on Friday, May 28 at 10.30AM – London GMT+0 and last approximatively 45 min.  The auxiliary belt, tensioner, ...

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The technical team at Gates explains why technicians should be vigilant when approaching maintenance on Mitsubishi 4D56 diesel engines. Vehicle information Engine: Mitsubishi 4D56 Model: Mitsubishi L200 2.5L The Mitsubishi 4D56 diesel engine has earned a reputation as a reliable workhorse, largely fitted to Mitsubishi L200 2.5L pickups. Unfortunately, many owners have discovered that failure to stick to the maintenance schedules on ...

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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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