VW Polo 1.9sdi 54 reg - Alternator drive belt tensioner - sparky1

My alternator drive belt tensioner has sheared off 3 times in 3 weeks. My garage say that they have tried the vw technical dept. who say that this is not a recognised problem with these cars and are not able to offer a solution. I would be grateful for any help.

VW Polo 1.9sdi 54 reg - Alternator drive belt tensioner - 659FBE

Replace the alternator drive pulley which contains a one-way clutch. These seize, causing drive oscillations which break the tensioners. It is a very well known problem - VAG porkies again?

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Edited by 659FBE on 08/01/2011 at 17:39