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 And Drive Belt Routing (E85)

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All:

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

Remove drive belt upwards.

Fig 2: Securing Belt Tensioner Using Special Tool (11 3 340)

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Assemble engine.

Installation:

Check drive belt for correct installation position and, if reusing, observe direction of travel. Risk of damage.