Gates T43026 Engine Timing Belt Tensioner

Gates Timing Belt Tensioner T43026

The Gates T43026 timing belt tensioner is an OE Exact replacement for select Audi and Volkswagen engines that use a hydraulic cylinder tensioner. Built with an aluminum body and engineered to maintain proper belt tension, it supports stable timing belt operation in interference-engine applications.

Key Features

• OE Exact fit and performance for direct replacement use
• Hydraulic cylinder tensioner design for controlled belt tension
• Aluminum construction for durable engine-bay service
• Designed to maintain optimal timing belt tension
• Helps eliminate the need for a tensioning operation during installation

Product Details

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are built for OE-quality fit and function, with testing focused on belt life and consistent tension control. This Gates timing belt tensioner T43026 is used in timing belt service on Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, Audi Allroad Quattro, Audi RS4, Audi S4, and Volkswagen Passat applications listed below. It is a timing belt tensioner only and does not include a pulley.

This part cross-references Dayco 85018 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Timing belt slack or inconsistent belt tension
• Noise from a worn hydraulic tensioner
• Premature timing belt wear from poor tension control
• Service issues on interference engines that require precise belt timing
• Replacement needs during timing belt maintenance on Audi and Volkswagen engines

Installation Notes

• Fits 2001-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 1998-2004 Audi A6 Quattro, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 2002 Audi RS4, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 2000-2002 Audi S4, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 1999-2001 Audi A4, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 1999-2001 Audi A4 Quattro, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner
• Fits 1998-2001 Audi A6, N/A; Compatible with interference engines.; Timing Belt Tensioner

Verify engine code and timing belt service requirements before installation. Proper timing alignment and tensioner setup are critical on interference engines, especially for Audi A4, Audi A6, and Volkswagen Passat timing belt service. Gates T43026 is an OE Exact replacement designed for direct service use in the listed applications.

Quality Assurance

Gates PowerGrip timing tensioners are engineered and tested to OE-quality or OE-exact standards for fit, performance, and belt life support.