11 28 010 Replacing drive belt for alternator (N16)

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Special tools required:

11 6 210

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Tensioning pulley is under tension.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER

Release screws (1).

Remove (2) belt pulley cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Belt Pulley Cover And Screws

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

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

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

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WARNING: Danger of injury!

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.

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.

Fig 5: Locating Tensioning Strap

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Assemble engine.

Installation note:

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