Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Audi S5, 2011 Audi S5, 2010 Audi S5, 2009 Audi S5, and 2008 Audi S5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Remove the fan shroud. Refer to FAN SHROUD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
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.
-- Move the tensioner in the direction of the -arrow- to release the tension on the ribbed belt.
-- Remove ribbed belt and release tensioning device.