Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2018 Audi S7, 2018 Audi RS 7, 2017 Audi S7, 2017 Audi RS 7, and 2016 Audi S7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Remove the front noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Remove the front right wheel spoiler. Refer to WHEEL HOUSING LINER . .
-- Remove the front bumper cover end plate. Refer to BUMPER COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
WARNING:
There is a risk of injury if the radiator fan turns 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.
Audi RS6/RS7
-- Remove the bolt -arrow-, push the front lower coolant line slightly forward.
Continuation For All Vehicles
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.
-- To release ribbed belt tension, pivot the damper only as far as necessary in the direction of -arrow-.
-- Remove the ribbed belt and release the tension on the tensioning element.
NOTE:
Ignore the :T10060A .