Technical modifications: Belt drive - ra1300601ta03x
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Engines 601, 602 (except 602.98), 603
13 Belt drive
| Designation | Nature and reason for modification | Production breakpoint | Op. no. |
| Belt drive with additional guide pulley | Engine 603.971 for avoiding vibrations | Start of production | 13-342 |
| Tensioning lever for poly V-belt | Bearing bushings instead of angular-contact roller bearing, model 202 | Start of production | 13-345 |