Supercharger Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Engine Covers -1- And -2-

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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

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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.