11 28... Tensioning/releasing alternator drive belt (Countryman S FWD, Countryman S ALL4 AWD, Countryman JCW ALL4 AWD) (2017-2019)

Special tools required:

2 365 291
11 0 390

Preliminary work needed:

Refer to REMOVING FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

If necessary, carry out work with aid of a second person.

Release expansion rivet (1).

Release screw (2).

Remove partition wall (3).

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Loosen screws (1).

Unclip line (2).

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WARNING: Injury hazard when tensioning or releasing the drive belt. Release belt tensioner (1) on screw (2) in arrow direction (refer to the following instructions).

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Use special tool 2 365 291 to release belt tensioner.

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Position special tool 2 365 291 on the idler pulley of the belt tensioner.

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Unclip fuel lines from bracket.

Release belt tensioner with special tool 2 365 291 in arrow direction.

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Operation needs to be carried out by a second person helping.

Secure belt tensioner (1) in place with special tool 11 0 390.

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NOTE: If the special tool 11 0 390 cannot be mounted, the engine must be pushed slightly (max. 3 mm) at the engine mount in the direction of the arrow using the mounting lever (1).

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Installation note:

Tighten down screws (1) with specified torque.

Tightening torque: 8 Nm ±1.

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