GMB 3480-0296 Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump

Engine Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump for Volkswagen

GMB 3480-0296 is an engine timing belt kit with water pump built for Volkswagen applications that require a standard replacement service part. It combines the timing belt, timing belt tensioner, water pump, and water pump pulley in one service kit for maintenance on select Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Golf City, Jetta City, and Beetle models.

Key Features

• Includes timing belt, timing belt tensioner, water pump, and water pump pulley
• Standard replacement timing set design
• Rubber timing belt construction
• Water pump included with plastic impeller application notes on listed vehicles
• Balance shaft components included where required by application
• Manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications
• GMB part number 3480-0296 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This GMB timing belt kit is engineered for service work on Volkswagen engines that use a belt-driven timing system with water pump replacement during maintenance. The kit is built to meet or exceed OEM specifications and includes the core wear items needed for a timing service: timing belt, tensioner, water pump, and water pump pulley. It also includes balance shaft belt components where specified by the application. This part cross-references Gates TCKWP296 and SKF TBK296WP for the same application. Compatible With 1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999-2006 Volkswagen Golf, 1999-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, and 2011-2015 Volkswagen Jetta.

What This Part Helps Address

• Worn or stretched timing belt service intervals
• Noisy or failing timing belt tensioner
• Coolant leaks from a worn water pump
• Timing system maintenance on Volkswagen engines
• Water pump replacement during belt service to reduce repeat labor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code and vehicle application before installation, especially on Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Golf City, Jetta City, and Beetle models. Replace the timing components as a complete service to maintain correct belt tension and cooling system operation. Follow factory timing marks and service procedures, and inspect related pulleys, seals, and coolant condition during installation. The listed fitment notes indicate plastic impeller applications.

Quality Assurance

GMB states this kit is manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications, supporting OE-level service expectations for timing belt and water pump replacement.