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gtigolfthree

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Re: mk3 tdi panic :( help needed :)
« Reply #10 on: 15 August 2009, 13:02 »
Yes thats the power steering belt, just make sure its at the correct tension.
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Offline vdubnut

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Re: mk3 tdi panic :( help needed :)
« Reply #11 on: 15 August 2009, 13:42 »
checked the haynes manual and its says deflection of about 5mm? wonder if its a bit tight.....
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gtigolfthree

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Re: mk3 tdi panic :( help needed :)
« Reply #12 on: 15 August 2009, 17:50 »
If its too tight it puts a strain on the pump bearing but its only if its too slack that it will squeal on full lock
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Re: mk3 tdi panic :( help needed :)
« Reply #13 on: 15 August 2009, 18:22 »
sounds like mine too tight then?   :undecided:darn! gonna have to dismantle and re assess?
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Re: mk3 tdi panic :( help needed :)
« Reply #14 on: 16 August 2009, 20:15 »
fingers crossed loosening the belt a little has fixed it :) cheers for all the help guys its much appriciated!
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