Continental 40317 Engine Timing Belt

Continental 40317 Engine Timing Belt

The Continental 40317 engine timing belt is built for precise valve train synchronization in select Audi and Volkswagen applications. Made from EPDM, it uses premium polymer construction to resist shrinkage and elongation while standing up to heat, abrasion, and ozone exposure.

With 153 precision-molded teeth and a standard 8M tooth profile, this timing belt is made for accurate cog engagement and consistent operation in interference-engine applications.

Key Features

• EPDM construction for durability in demanding engine environments
• 153 teeth with STD 8M tooth type for accurate timing engagement
• 1.000-inch belt top width and 48.188-inch belt length
• No timing marks
• Engine timing belt for valve train service

Detailed Product Overview

Continental 40317 is an engine timing belt engineered for select 1997-2000 Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications that use a 153-tooth belt. The EPDM belt material helps maintain dimensional stability under heat and wear, while the molded tooth profile supports consistent contact with cogged components. This makes it a direct-fit timing belt choice for maintenance on interference-engine setups where accurate camshaft and crankshaft synchronization is critical.

This part cross-references Gates T317 and Dayco 95317 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1999-2000 Audi A4, N/A, W/ 153-tooth belt; Interference Engine Application
• Fits 1999-2000 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, W/ 153-tooth belt; Interference Engine Application
• Fits 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, SN 300001 & Up; Interference Engine Application
• Fits 1997-1998 Audi A4, N/A, SN 300001 & Up; Interference Engine Application
• Fits 1997-1998 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A, SN 300001 & Up; Interference Engine Application

Common Service Issues Addressed

• Worn or stretched timing belt material
• Loss of camshaft and crankshaft synchronization
• Noise or irregular operation from aged belt teeth
• Service replacement for scheduled timing belt maintenance
• Timing belt replacement on interference-engine Audi and Volkswagen models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, belt tooth count, and serial-number breakpoints before ordering. This Continental 40317 timing belt is specified for applications with a 153-tooth belt and no timing marks, so alignment should be confirmed using the correct engine timing procedure and service references for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Continental uses EPDM material and precision-molded teeth to support stable belt performance, heat resistance, and accurate engagement with cogged components. For Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat timing service, this belt is built to meet the dimensional and application requirements listed above.