Continental 49401 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly - Accessory Drive
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Continental 49401 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly - Accessory Drive

Brand Continental 49401
Position Accessory Drive
Pulley 1 Flanged Flanged
Pulley Quantity 1
Pulley 1 Bore Diameter 0.670
Pulley 1 Outside Diameter 2.44
Pulley 1 Width 0.98
Pulley 1 Material Thermoplastic
Pulley 1 Groove Quantity 6
Pulley Surface Type Grooved
Product line Multi-V
Fits Audi and Volkswagen · 43 vehicles

OE-style fit. Built to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance requirements.

Accu-Drive design. Torsion-spring control helps maintain tension and reduce vibration.

Grooved pulley. Thermoplastic pulley with 6 grooves for Multi-V belt tracking.

Cross-references Gates 38450, URO 022145299L and 305346 for the same application. See all 6.

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Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly

Continental Multi-V 49401 is an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly built for OE-style fit and performance. It uses Accu-Drive technology to maintain constant belt tension, reduce vibration, and keep the accessory drive aligned.

Key Features

  • Accu-Drive torsion-spring design helps dampen belt vibration and compensate for belt wear.
  • Grooved thermoplastic pulley with 6 grooves for Multi-V accessory drive applications.
  • Flanged pulley design supports stable belt tracking.
  • Engineered to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance targets.
  • Continental Multi-V 49401 is built for accessory drive belt system service.

Detailed Description

This Continental accessory drive belt tensioner assembly is designed for vehicles that rely on a grooved Multi-V belt path and consistent belt control. The round torsion spring in the Accu-Drive design helps maintain tension as the belt ages, while also reducing vibration that can affect accessory component life. The thermoplastic pulley and flanged, grooved surface support steady belt engagement in demanding accessory drive systems. This part number 49401 is a direct-fit style replacement for select Volkswagen and Audi applications, including Volkswagen Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Passat, CC, Passat CC, Eos, and R32, plus Audi A3 Quattro and TT Quattro.

This part cross-references Gates 38450 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

  • Belt squeal caused by inconsistent tension.
  • Accessory drive vibration that affects belt tracking.
  • Premature belt wear from weak or uneven tension control.
  • Noise and stress in the accessory drive belt system.
  • Alignment issues at the grooved pulley interface.

Installation Notes

Verify pulley groove count, bore diameter, and belt routing before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s accessory drive layout matches the listed fitment for Continental 49401. Inspect the belt and related accessory drive components for wear during service so the new tensioner can operate correctly.

Quality Assurance

Continental states that this tensioner is engineered to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance requirements. The Accu-Drive spring design is intended to maintain tension and alignment under normal accessory drive operation.

Related reading

This part fits 43 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2023VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2023VolkswagenAtlas Cross Sport—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2022VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2022VolkswagenAtlas Cross Sport—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2021VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2021VolkswagenAtlas Cross Sport—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2020VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2020VolkswagenAtlas Cross Sport—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2019VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2018VolkswagenAtlas—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2018VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2017VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2017VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2016VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2016VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2015VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2015VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2014VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2014VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2013VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2013VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2012VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2012VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2011VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2010VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2010VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2010VolkswagenPassat CC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2009AudiA3 Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2009AudiTT Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2009VolkswagenCC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2009VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2009VolkswagenPassat CC—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2008AudiA3 Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2008AudiTT Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2008VolkswagenEos—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2008VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2008VolkswagenR32Base3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2007AudiA3 Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2007AudiTT Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2007VolkswagenEos—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2007VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2006AudiA3 Quattro—3.2LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
2006VolkswagenPassat—3.6LV6Accessory DriveGrooved Pulley; Multi-V
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Gates — 38450URO — 022145299L305346022145299C022145299HB001QU8CQW