Vaico V10-1809 Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly - Alternator or Power Steering

Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner for VW Applications

Vaico V10-1809 is an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for select Volkswagen models with OE-style fitment references. Built to match the listed dimensions and application-specific mounting requirements, it supports proper belt tension in alternator and power steering drive systems.

Compatible with Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta applications from 2002-2006, this tensioner assembly is identified by part number V10-1809 and cross-references OE-style numbers used on the original vehicle platform.

Key Features

• Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for belt system service
• Dimensions: 125 mm height, 190 mm length, 137 mm width
• Weight: 0.804 kg
• Application coverage includes alternator and power steering positions
• OE-reference fitment for select Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta models
• Vaico VAICO product line identification: V10-1809

Detailed Product Description

Vaico V10-1809 is an accessory drive belt tensioner assembly for the belt and cooling category, specifically within accessory drive belt system components. The listed dimensions and weight provide a compact OE-style replacement profile for service work on Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta vehicles. This part number V10-1809 is associated with OE reference numbers 038903315F and 038903315AE for direct application matching.

For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly referenced for Volkswagen Beetle alternator and power steering applications, as well as Golf and Jetta models listed in the fitment data. If you are replacing a worn Volkswagen Beetle tensioner assembly or sourcing a Volkswagen Golf accessory drive belt tensioner, V10-1809 provides a direct catalog match for the specified years and positions.

VAICO is the product line designation shown here, and V10-1809 is the specific part number used to identify this tensioner assembly in catalog and service lookup systems.

What This Part Helps Address

• Belt slack that can lead to inconsistent accessory drive operation
• Noise from a worn or unstable belt tensioner assembly
• Improper belt tracking in alternator or power steering drive layouts
• Service replacement for OE-reference Volkswagen belt tensioner applications
• Fitment lookup needs for Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta belt system repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the OE reference and position before installation, since the listed applications include alternator, power steering, and N/A fitment notes. Confirm belt routing, pulley alignment, and mounting points against the vehicle’s existing accessory drive layout before final assembly. Use the cataloged dimensions and part number V10-1809 to match the correct tensioner assembly to the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

This Vaico tensioner assembly is cataloged with OE-reference interchange data and application-specific fitment for Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, and Jetta models. The part number V10-1809 and the listed OE references provide a clear identification path for replacement selection.

• Fits 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, Alternator
• Fits 2004-2006 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2002-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, Power Steering
• Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Beetle, Alternator
• Fits 2004-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A