Ribbed Belt For A/C Compressor, Removing And Installing, 3.0L Engine: Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Audi S5 Sportback, 2021 Audi S5 Sportback, and 2020 Audi S5 Sportback. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Remove the generator ribbed belt. Refer to RIBBED BELT FOR STARTER GENERATOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 2.9L ENGINE or RIBBED BELT FOR GENERATOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 3.0L ENGINE .
-- Remove the cover.
-- Loosen the bolt -1- 1 /2 turn.
CAUTION:
Risk of destroying a used ribbed belt by reversing the running direction.
- Mark the running direction before removal.
- Pay attention to the running direction when reinstalling.
-- To release the tension on the ribbed belt, pivot the tensioner clockwise -arrow A- using the TORX® T55 socket and remove the ribbed belt.