Continental 49842 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly - Accessory Drive

Continental Multi-V Tensioner Assembly

Continental 49842 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 dampen belt vibration, maintain steady tension, and keep the belt aligned as it wears.

Compatible with select Volvo S60, S60 Cross Country, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 models, this Continental Multi-V tensioner assembly is a direct-fit service part for the accessory drive system.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for the Multi-V belt system
• Accu-Drive torsion-spring design helps control vibration and belt movement
• Maintains constant belt tension and alignment as the belt ages
• One smooth, non-flanged pulley with thermoplastic construction
• Pulley dimensions: 2.95 in. outside diameter, 0.83 in. width, 0.670 in. bore diameter
• Continental part number 49842 for direct identification

Detailed Description

Continental 49842 is engineered for the accessory drive belt system and built to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance expectations. The tensioner’s round torsion-spring design helps reduce vibration transfer through the belt path, while supporting consistent tension and alignment as the belt wears over time. The single smooth pulley is made from thermoplastic and measures 2.95 inches outside diameter with a 0.83-inch width.

This part cross-references Dayco 89681 for the same application. It is a strong fitment match for Volvo S60, Volvo S60 Cross Country, Volvo V60, Volvo V60 Cross Country, and Volvo XC60 accessory drive service needs. If you are replacing a worn Continental 49842 tensioner assembly, this unit is built for the same Multi-V belt routing used in these vehicles.

What It Helps Fix

• Belt squeal caused by weak or inconsistent tension
• Accessory belt flutter or vibration
• Misalignment in the accessory drive belt path
• Premature wear on the belt and driven accessories
• Noise from a worn tensioner pulley or spring mechanism

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the belt, idler pulleys, and accessory drive components before installation. Replace any worn Multi-V belt at the same time if the belt shows cracking, glazing, or uneven wear. Verify pulley alignment and routing against the vehicle’s accessory drive layout before returning the engine to service.

Fits 2012-2016 Volvo S60, Accessory Drive, Multi-V. Fits 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country, Accessory Drive, Multi-V. Fits 2015-2016 Volvo V60, Accessory Drive, Multi-V. Fits 2015-2016 Volvo V60 Cross Country, Accessory Drive, Multi-V. Fits 2015-2016 Volvo XC60, Accessory Drive, Multi-V.

Quality Assurance

Continental designs this tensioner assembly to meet or exceed OEM fit and performance standards, with Accu-Drive technology focused on stable belt control and longer accessory component life.