Timing belt tensioner pulley

1999 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
200,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LARRY NASON
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My dad took his car apart trying to fix it because the water pump went out and it set for months because he has mobility issues and can't get around like he used to. He asked me to put it back together for him. I'm having issues on how to put back the tension pulley. The pulley has a nut shape that seats around the shaft but with the slotted bracket piece attached it doesn't seat all the way. any information you can give me on the installation would be appreciated. My mom is on oxygen and they really need their vehicle.
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Mar 17, 2019 at 10:19 AM
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Hello,

I found this link that shows all the timing chain and tensioner diagrams. Please let me know if you need more help and provide more pictures like you have helps.

https://www.2carpros.com/diagrams/volkswagen/cabrio/1999

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
Mar 18, 2019 at 1:34 PM
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LARRY NASON
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Can you tell me if that slotted bracket goes on the inside or the outside of the pulley? If I put it on the inside the pulley doesn't seat all the way down.
Mar 18, 2019 at 1:53 PM
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Hey LARRY NASON,

I believe there is also a procedure for setting the right tension with these tensioners.

These engines are an interference engine so it is extremely important to get the belt fitted right and the tensioner set correctly.

Hope that helps, any more questions don't hesitate to ask.

Regards, Joe
Mar 18, 2019 at 5:56 PM
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LARRY NASON
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Yes, that's what I was told. Do you know where I can find instruction on how to do so?
Mar 19, 2019 at 9:01 AM
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Hey LARRY NASON,

The instructions for setting the tensioner are attached to this message bellow.

You will need a pin wrench to turn the tensioner.

Do you have instructions on fitting the timing belt?

Regards, Joe
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Mar 19, 2019 at 10:12 AM
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LARRY NASON
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I set down at my parents table to eat a sandwich and you'll never guess what I found.
Mar 19, 2019 at 1:53 PM
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JOETECHPRO
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Hey LARRY NASON,

What did you find? A tensioner pin wrench?

Regards, Joe
Mar 19, 2019 at 5:53 PM
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LARRY NASON
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Well I tried to upload photos. I guess it didn't work. I found some instructions. Thanks to you guys I no longer needed them.
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Mar 19, 2019 at 6:25 PM
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Hey LARRY NASON,

Great, seems like you have everything you need.

If you do have any further questions whilst fitting the belt don't hesitate to ask.

All the best, Joe
Mar 20, 2019 at 9:12 AM