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Ribbed Belt: Removing

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Fig 1: Rotating Tensioner
GWWA13-10904Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
CAUTION:

Risk of damage due to reversed running direction on a used ribbed belt.

  • Before removing ribbed belt, marking running direction with chalk or felt-tip pen for reinstallation later.

-- To release ribbed belt tension, rotate tensioner in the direction of the -arrow-.

-- Secure the tensioning system using Locking Pin T10060A.

-- Remove the ribbed belt.