Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Audi RS 5, 2014 Audi RS 5, and 2013 Audi RS 5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Automatic Transmission Fluid Oil Pan

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-- Remove the front noise insulation -1-. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

Fig 2: Releasing Ribbed Belt Tension

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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.

-- Swivel the tensioner in direction of -arrow- to release the tension on the ribbed belt.

-- Remove the ribbed belt and release the tension on the tensioning element.