Idler roller, removing and installing

Fig 1: Identifying Idler Roller, Bolts & Cover

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Only for vehicles with air conditioning system

Removing 

• Remove right insulation pan: Refer to 50 BODY, FRONT
• Remove ribbed belt. Refer to Ribbed belt, removing and installing  .
• Pry off cover - 1  - using screwdriver.
• Remove bolts - 2  - and remove idler roller - 3  -.

Installing 

• Set idler roller - 3  - in place and fasten bolt - 2  -. Torque specification 25 Nm
• Install ribbed belt. Refer to Ribbed belt, removing and installing  .
• Install noise insulation pan. Refer to 50 BODY, FRONT