Removing special tool on belt tensioner

CAUTION: Spring preload.
Injury hazard!

The use of the specified special tool (tool) is mandatory.
Carry out the described steps properly.

Twist belt tensioner (1) in arrow direction.
Remove special tool 0 496 268 (11 0 390).

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING FAN COWL .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT-END STRUT ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to SECURING THE COOLANT EXPANSION TANK IN THE HOLDERS .
Refer to INSTALLING FAN COWL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION (FRONT-END STRUT REMOVED) .
Refer to INSTALLING BOTH FRONT-END STRUTS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CENTER .