Illustrations show N42

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If fitted, remove cover cap from belt pulley.

Depending on alternator type, slacken screw with:

Torx socket wrench
Slacken multi-tooth socket wrench (special tool 12 7 122 ).

Grip freewheel with special tool 12 7 121 .

Installation:

Tightening torque 12 31 8AZ .

Fig 1: Griping Freewheel Using Special Tool 12 7 121

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Remove alternator drive belt.

Release screw and if necessary remove freewheel.