Ribbed Belt: Removing

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CAUTION:

Risk of damaging due to a reversed running direction of a used ribbed belt:

Before removing the ribbed belt, mark the running direction with chalk or a felt tip pen for reinstallation later.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

-- Reposition the right charge air hose clamps -arrows- and remove the hose.

Fig 1: Air Guide Hose

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

Fig 2: Identifying Wrench And Locking Pin -T10060 A-

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-- Secure the tensioner using the locking pin T10060 A.

-- Remove the ribbed belt.