Continental CK297LK1 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Continental Black Series Timing Belt Kit

Continental Black Series CK297LK1 is an engine timing belt kit with water pump for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It combines OEM-quality components in one service package, including the timing belt, water pump, idlers, and tensioners where applicable.

Built for 1997-2005 Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications, this kit supports complete timing service on engines that use a curvilinear belt profile and a plastic-impeller water pump.

Key Features

• Part number CK297LK1 from Continental Black Series
• Engine timing belt kit with water pump
• Includes 1 timing belt, 1 water pump, and 3 tensioners
• Curvilinear tooth design with 253 belt teeth
• Belt length: 79.69 in; top width: 1.18 in
• Plastic impeller water pump
• Timing marks: no
• Contains OEM-quality components including belt(s), idlers, mechanical tensioner, and hydraulic tensioner where applicable

Product Details

Continental’s Black Series line focuses on timing service components built to OE-style specifications for engine maintenance. CK297LK1 is a complete timing belt kit with water pump for Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat models listed below, helping streamline a major service by grouping the primary wear items in one package. This part cross-references URO 078109244H for the same application.

• Fits 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; includes hydraulic tensioner and seals; w/ plastic impeller; Black Series
• Fits 1997-2001 Audi A4, N/A; includes hydraulic tensioner and seals; w/ plastic impeller; Black Series
• Fits 1997-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; includes hydraulic tensioner and seals; w/ plastic impeller; Black Series
• Fits 1998-2001 Audi A6, N/A; includes hydraulic tensioner and seals; w/ plastic impeller; Black Series
• Fits 1998-2001 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; includes hydraulic tensioner and seals; w/ plastic impeller; Black Series

Common Service Uses

• Replacing a worn or noisy timing belt on Audi A4 or Volkswagen Passat engines
• Addressing coolant leaks from the water pump during timing service
• Restoring proper belt tension after tensioner wear or loss of hydraulic control
• Servicing high-mileage Audi A6 and A6 Quattro timing components
• Completing a full front-of-engine maintenance interval with matched components

Installation Notes

Verify engine code and vehicle application before installation. Follow factory timing procedures, align all timing marks during service, and replace related seals and gaskets as required by the application notes. Because this kit includes a hydraulic tensioner on listed vehicles, proper preload and bleed procedures matter for correct belt tracking and tension.

Quality Assurance

Continental Black Series timing components are supplied as an OE-quality service kit for engine timing maintenance. CK297LK1 is assembled to provide the major timing-drive parts needed for the listed Audi and Volkswagen applications in one package.