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Supercharger Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Engine Covers -1- And -2-
GWWA10-11070Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
WARNING:

Danger of personal injury due to the coolant fan turning on by itself.

  • The coolant fan can come on even when the ignition is turned off, for example, caused by the heat still in the engine compartment.

-- Remove the front engine cover -1- upward.

Fig 2: Releasing Tension On Supercharger Ribbed Drive Belt
GWWA13-10652Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
CAUTION:

Risk of damage due to reversed running direction on a used ribbed belt.

  • Before removing ribbed belt, marking running direction with chalk or felt-tip pen for reinstallation later.

-- Pivot the tensioner clockwise -arrow- to release the tension on the ribbed belt.

-- Remove the ribbed belt and secure the tensioning element with Locking Pin T10060A.