Removing and installing poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q5 (8R, 2008–2017), Audi A5 Cabriolet (8F), Audi A1 (8X, 2010–2018), Audi A8 D4 (4H, 2010–2017), Audi A2 (8Z), Audi A4 B6/B7 (8E), Audi A6 C5 (4B), Audi A8 D3 (4E, 2002–2010), Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012), Audi A6/A7 C7 (4G, 2011–2018), Audi Q7 (4M, 2015–), Audi R8 (4S, 2015–), Audi A4 B9 (8W, 2015–), Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7 (8H), Audi TT Mk1 (8N), Audi A6 C6 (4F, 2004–2011), Audi TT Mk2 (8J, 2006–2014), Audi A5 (8T, 2007–2016), Audi A4 B8 (8K, 2007–2015), Audi Q7 (4L, 2005–2015), Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020), Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018); platform codes 42, 83, 84, 4X, 85, FV

• Special tools named: torque wrench

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📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ The length of the poly V-belt varies depending on the type of pulley fitted.Check which type of poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel is fitted and ensure that the correct poly V-belt is installed. For the correct allocation of the poly V-belt, refer to the parts catalogue. — If necessary, remove alternator Electrical system27Alternator; Removing and installing alternator.
2. On some engines, removal is possible with alternator installed; to do so, slacken and remove poly V-belt.
3. Clamp alternator in a vice at securing points.
4. If fitted, remove protective cap from poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel.
5. Insert adapter T10474 or adapter3400(1) into pulley and attach a ring spanner.

6. Insert suitable tool (2) into shaft of alternator.
7. Loosen shaft of alternator by turning it clockwise (counterhold with ring spanner).
8. Hold poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel in place with your hand and turn shaft of alternator until pulley can be removed.
9. Release socket (1) and detach from grip (2).
10. Turn torque wrench grip (2) 180° and insert socket again.
11. Set torque wrench to turn anti-clockwise at socket.
12. First screw poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel onto shaft of alternator by hand as far as stop.
13. Insert adapter T10474(1) into poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel and attach a ring spanner.
14. Insert suitable tool (2) into shaft of alternator.
15. Turn alternator shaft anti-clockwise using torque wrenchV.A.G 1332(3) to tighten poly V-belt pulley with free-wheel.
16. Clip protective cap onto alternator pulley.

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