Removing and installing poly V-belt - vehicles with electromechanical power steering — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A5 (8T, 2007–2016), Audi A5 Cabriolet (8F), Audi A4 B8 (8K, 2007–2015)

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job
• Special tools named: 3320

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• For illustration purposes, the installation position is shown with the engine removed.Disregard (item 1).
• For illustration purposes, the installation position is shown with the engine removed.Disregard (arrows).
• When installing poly V-belt, make sure it is properly seated on pulleys.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 37 workshop diagrams for CABA

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove poly V-belt for supercharger .
2. Remove bolt (arrow) using special wrench, long reach 3320/2.
3. Push guide roller towards radiator cowl.
4. Remove bolt (2) for coolant pipe (front left). [Note: For illustration purposes, the installation position is shown with the engine removed.Disregard (item 1).]
5. Remove front noise insulation (1)General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Exploded view - noise insulation.

6. Remove bolt (1) for coolant pipes (front left). [Note: For illustration purposes, the installation position is shown with the engine removed.Disregard (arrows).]
7. ⚠ If a used belt runs in the opposite direction when it is refitted, this can cause breakage.Mark direction of rotation of poly V-belt with chalk or felt-tip pen for re-installation. — To slacken poly V-belt, turn tensioner clockwise (arrow) and lock with locking pin T10060 A.
8. Take off poly V-belt.
9. Fit poly V-belt on pulleys as shown in illustration. [Note: When installing poly V-belt, make sure it is properly seated on pulleys.]
10. Install coolant pipes (front left) .
11. Start engine and check that belt runs properly.
12. Install poly V-belt for supercharger .

🎬 Video walkthrough

Independent video tutorial by AUTODOC (YouTube) — a helpful visual companion to the steps above.

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