A4 Sedan V6-2.8L (AFC) (1996)
CAUTION: Mark the direction of belt travel before removing, using a suitable marker. Reinstalling a used belt in the opposite direction could damage
the belt.
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Remove ribbed belt.
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Remove ribbed belt tensioner.
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Unclip camshaft drive belt guard on both sides.
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Turn crankshaft by hand to Top Dead Center (TDC) position.
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Notch -A- must align with notch -B-.
NOTE: If not aligned, turn crankshaft one more revolution.
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Check camshaft position.
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Large holes in camshaft sprocket locking plates must face each other.
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Remove Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor from lefthand side of cylinder block, behind oil cooler (above oil pan).
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TDC recess in crankshaft must be positioned behind open hole for CKP sensor (inspect visually or by touch).
Crankshaft Holder 3242 Shown In Installed Position
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Thread crankshaft holding tool 3242 into CKP sensor hole, and tighten slightly.
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Remove vibration damper.
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Remove lower belt guard.
Camshaft Holder 3243 Shown In Installed Position
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Install camshaft holding tool 3243.
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Loosen left and right camshaft sprocket bolts approximately 3 turns.