Removing the belt pulley on the torsional vibration damper

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components.
Scratches, surface damage.

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE TOP RIGHT AND LEFT COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING UPPER CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTAKE FILTER HOUSING ON THE LEFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE LEFT UNFILTERED-AIR DUCT .
Refer to REMOVING THE FAN COWL .
Refer to REMOVING DRIVE BELT .

Counter support the engine at the central bolt.
Loosen screws (1) .
Remove the belt pulley (2) .

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