Continental TB017K1 Engine Timing Belt Kit

Continental TB017K1 Timing Belt Kit

Continental TB017K1 is a Standard Kit engine timing belt kit built for Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Dodge applications that use a timing belt service without a water pump. It includes OEM-quality timing components selected for routine maintenance on interference and non-interference engines where listed.

For drivers searching for a Volkswagen Golf timing belt kit without water pump or a Continental TB017K1 replacement for older Audi and Volkswagen engines, this kit provides the core parts needed for timing service. The Continental Standard Kit line focuses on direct-fit timing components for common import engine applications.

Key Features

• Engine timing belt kit for valve train service
• Includes a timing belt and tensioner
• OEM-quality component construction
• Trapezoidal tooth profile
• No timing marks on the belt
• Designed for timing belt service intervals around 60,000 miles
• Compatible with select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Corrado, Cabriolet, Fox, Quantum, Rabbit, Rabbit Pickup, Atlantic, Audi 80, Audi 90, Audi 4000, Porsche 924, and Dodge Charger applications

Product Details

Continental TB017K1 is an engine timing belt kit from the Standard Kit line, which is Continental’s OE-style timing service offering for import vehicles. The kit centers on the timing belt and tensioner needed to maintain camshaft and crankshaft synchronization, helping keep engine timing within specification on the listed applications. This part cross-references Dayco 95017K1 and Gates TCK017 for the same application.

Fitment includes 1996-1998 Volkswagen Golf, 1985-1995 Volkswagen Golf, 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, 1987-1993 Volkswagen Fox, 1980-1993 Volkswagen Jetta, 1991-1993 Volkswagen Passat, 1990-1992 Volkswagen Corrado, 1988-1990 Audi 80, 1988 Audi 90, 1980-1987 Audi 4000, 1981-1987 Volkswagen Atlantic, 1984-1985 Volkswagen Quantum, 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, 1983 Dodge Charger, 1982-1983 Volkswagen Quantum, 1980-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, and 1977-1982 Porsche 924.

Common Problems This Kit Can Address

• Worn or stretched timing belt
• Noise or rough operation from a failing tensioner
• Timing service due at the recommended interval
• Loss of proper camshaft and crankshaft synchronization
• Maintenance on interference-engine applications listed in the fitment data

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and vehicle fitment before installation, especially on Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Audi 4000 applications where multiple engine configurations may exist. Replace the timing belt kit according to the service interval and inspect related timing components during service. This kit does not include a water pump, so confirm whether separate cooling system service is required for the vehicle being repaired.

Quality Assurance

Continental timing components are built to OE-quality standards for service work on the listed applications. The Standard Kit line is intended to provide the primary timing service parts needed for a proper belt replacement on compatible Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Dodge engines.