How VW Serpentine Belt Tensioners Fail

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Next up in our Failed VW Parts series we are looking at the serpentine belt tensioner. We are not looking at the failure of one specific serpentine belt tensioner. This applies to all belt tensioners, even on non-VW cars. This type of failure can be anything from somewhat annoying to leaving you stranded, and even cause catastrophic engine damage.

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What is a VW Serpentine Belt Tensioner?
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Symptoms of VW Serpentine Belt Tensioner failure
Diagnosing a failed VW Serpentine Belt Tensioner
Is the VW Serpentine Belt Tensioner a DIY?
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