Gates TCK321 timing belt component kit for the 1999-2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 1.9L and other vehicles replaces the belt, tensioner and idlers of the timing drive at once. A timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft turning in step, and this Gates timing belt kit changes the belt along with the parts that guide and tension it.
- Belt, spring tensioner and three idlers in one kit, so one part number covers them
- HSN belt with 141 trapezoidal (I) teeth, 25 mm wide
- Part of the Gates PowerGrip Timing Component Kit (TCK) line
Quick facts
- Part: Gates TCK321 timing belt component kit
- Also called: engine timing belt component kit
- Fits: 1999-2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 1.9L and other vehicles
- Material: HSN belt
- Condition: New
A belt with cracks, fraying or missing teeth, or a whine or ticking from the front of the engine, can mean a worn belt, tensioner or idler. It is also called an engine timing belt component kit. Before replacing anything, look at what you can see of the belt with the engine off and cool, and leave noises you cannot trace to a shop.
Fits
Besides the 1999-2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4-cylinder 1.9L, it fits the 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf 4-cylinder 1.9L and the 1998-2003 Volkswagen Beetle 4-cylinder 1.9L; a single kit is needed per vehicle.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Components: 5 (1 belt, 1 spring tensioner, 3 idlers)
- Belt width: 25 mm (0.984 in)
- Belt teeth: 141
Build and materials
- Belt material: HSN
- Tooth type: trapezoidal (I)
- Tensioner type: spring
- Condition: New
- Gates warranty: matches the original manufacturer's timing belt replacement intervals, covering parts, labor and other associated costs
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One timing belt, one tensioner, three idlers and the installation instruction sheet.
Installation notes
- Detailed installation instructions come with the kit (instruction sheet 0098-1520).
Interchange: 029-1089 · 029-1092 · 2480-0321
TB321K1 · 95301K2 · 95301K2S · 95321K1 · 95321K1S · GTK0321 · 2523210 · 038198119E
Product information is for general reference and may contain errors. See our Disclaimer.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TCK321, 029-1089, 029-1092, TB321K1, 95301K2, 95301K2S, 95321K1, 95321K1S, 2480-0321, GTK0321, 2523210, 038198119E
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Gates TCK321 fit a 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf 4-cylinder 1.9L?
Yes. Gates TCK321 fits the 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf 4-cylinder 1.9L, and that engine takes one kit.
Is this a Gates timing belt and water pump kit?
No. This listing is one timing belt component kit with a belt, a tensioner and three idlers and has no water pump; the pump is sold separately.
How wide is the belt in this Gates PowerGrip timing belt kit?
The belt is 25 mm (0.984 in) wide with 141 trapezoidal (I) teeth, and its material is HSN.
Do instructions come with the Gates timing belt component kit?
Yes. Gates TCK321 comes with installation instructions on instruction sheet 0098-1520.
Can I check this 141-tooth belt for wear myself?
With the engine off and cool, you can look at any exposed part of the belt for cracks, fraying, missing teeth or oil. A shop can inspect what sits behind the timing cover.
