Vehicles with 3.2l FSI engines

Fig 1: Identifying Front Engine Cover

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Removing

With ignition switched off, disconnect battery Ground (GND) wire → Battery, disconnecting and connecting .
Remove front engine cover - arrows -.

Fig 2: Pivoting Tensioning Device To Relieve Tension On Ribbed Belt

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NOTE:

Mark direction of rotation of ribbed belt using chalk or felt-tip marker before removing. Reversing the direction of rotation of a run-in ribbed belt can destroy the belt.
Pivot tensioner in - direction of arrow - to release tension on ribbed belt.
Remove ribbed belt from generator pulley.
Release tensioner.

Fig 3: Identifying Quick-Release Screws And Front Noise Insulation

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Fig 4: Identifying Bolts, Electrical Connections, And Generator

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Fig 5: Placing Ribbed Belt Over Belt Pulley

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Installing

Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE:

When installing ribbed belt, be sure that it is seated correctly on belt pulleys.
Connect battery. Required actions Battery, disconnecting and connecting .
Start engine and check path of belt.

Tightening torques