Course of drive belt E85

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Turn belt tensioner (1) in direction of arrow until bore is flush on housing.

Hold belt tensioner (1) under tension.

Load is removed from tensioning pulley (2).

Fig 1: Turning Belt Tensioner

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All:

Secure belt tensioner (1) in place with special tool 11 3 340 .

Remove drive belt upwards.

Fig 2: Identifying Belt Tensioner With Special Tool (11 3 340)

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Assemble engine.