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Ribbed Belt






Ribbed Belt

Removing

Risk of destroying 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.

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






- Remove the ribbed belt and release the tension on the tensioning element.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Secure the generator before installing the ribbed belt.

- Route the ribbed belt - 2 - in the specified sequence over the ribbed belt pulley.






1 Generator
3 Idler roller
4 Vibration damper
5 Tensioning element

When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is seated correctly on the pulleys.

- Start the engine and check the belt routing.