11 28 010 Replacing drive belt for alternator (N14)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove right wheel arch cover. See 51 71 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER

Release screws (1).

Remove (2) belt pulley cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Belt Pulley Cover With Screws

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Bring belt tensioner (1) into working position in direction of arrow using special tool 11 6 210 .

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustration shows and description refers to the removed engine.

Fig 2: Positioning Belt Tensioner Using Special Tool (11 6 210)

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Secure working position of belt tensioner by sliding locating pin (1) in direction of arrow.

In so doing, grasp the belt tensioner through the opening in the wheel arch.

WARNING: Danger of injury!

Remove special tool 11 6 210 again from belt tensioner.

Fig 3: Sliding Locating Pin

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Move friction wheel (2) into service position

In order to release the power transmission between crankshaft and coolant pump, it is necessary to move the friction gear (2) into the service position.

Pull handle (1) in direction of arrow until friction gear (2) is separated from belt pulley.

Fig 4: Pulling Handle

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To secure friction gear in service position, suspend tensioning strap (1) on housing (2).

Remove drive belt from alternator.

Fig 5: Identifying Tensioning Strap On Housing

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Assemble engine.

Installation note:

Check that drive belt for is in correct installation position - risk of damage .