Removing Belt TENSIONER

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Fig 1: Drive Belt Rollers Components Location

Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Component overview of drive belt rollers (shown as an example in illustration) 

1. Deflection roller, cylinder bank 1-4
2. Tensioning roller
3. Holder for deflection roller
4. Fastening screw for damper
5. Holder for tensioning roller
6. Damper/tensioner; bellows must be facing upwards. Observe code on the component.
7. Deflection roller, cylinder bank 5-8
8. Sheetmetal holder

1. Loosen the bottom fastening screw on the belt tensioner damper.
2. Loosen the top fastening screw on the belt tensioner.
3. Remove belt tensioner.