Continental 49371 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly - Accessory Drive

Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner for Multi-V Applications

Continental Multi-V part number 49371 is an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly built for OE-style fit and performance. It uses Accu-Drive technology with a round torsion spring to help control belt vibration, maintain tension, and keep the belt aligned as the system wears.

For Audi TT Quattro and Volkswagen accessory drive belt service, Continental 49371 provides a direct replacement option with a grooved, flanged pulley designed for Multi-V and 6-rib belt systems.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for the accessory drive position
• Continental Multi-V part number 49371
• Accu-Drive torsion-spring design helps dampen vibration and maintain constant belt tension
• 1 flanged pulley with 6 grooves and a grooved surface
• Thermoplastic pulley construction
• Pulley dimensions: 2.68 in. outside diameter, 1.00 in. width, 0.940 in. bore diameter
• Designed to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance requirements

Product Details

Continental 49371 is engineered as an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for vehicles that use a grooved Multi-V pulley setup. The Accu-Drive spring design helps maintain steady belt load, which supports proper accessory drive operation as the belt wears over time. This tensioner is listed for 2002-2006 Audi and Volkswagen applications, including the Audi TT Quattro and Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and R32. This part cross-references Dayco 89635 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Belt squeal caused by inconsistent tension
• Accessory drive belt vibration
• Misalignment in the belt path
• Wear-related loss of belt tension
• Reduced accessory drive component life from unstable belt loading

Installation Notes

Verify pulley style, rib count, and accessory drive layout before installation. This tensioner is listed for Fits 2004-2006 Audi TT Quattro, Accessory Drive; Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Golf, Accessory Drive; Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, Accessory Drive; Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen R32, Accessory Drive; Fits 2003 Volkswagen Golf, Accessory Drive; and Fits 2002 Volkswagen Jetta, Accessory Drive. Confirm the existing belt system uses a grooved Multi-V configuration before ordering. Part number 49371 should be matched to the vehicle’s accessory drive setup during service.

Quality Assurance

Continental designs this tensioner to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance expectations. The Multi-V product line focuses on accessory drive components built for stable belt control, consistent alignment, and long service life in demanding engine-bay conditions.