Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .

CAUTION:

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

If the ribbed belt is going to be installed again, mark the running direction with chalk or a marker.

-- Tilt the tensioner in the direction of -arrow- to release the tension on the ribbed belt.

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-- Secure the tensioner with :T10060A .

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-- Remove the ribbed belt.