A6 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (ART) (2000)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
Toothed Belt, Removing From Camshaft Sprockets
Toothed belt, removing from camshaft sprockets
Special tools and equipment:
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Pin wrench 3212
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Open end wrench 3312
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Socket attachment 3078 (22 mm)
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Set screw 3242
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Camshaft clamps T40005
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Special tool T40001
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Pin T40011
Removing
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Remove air intake hose to air cleaner.
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Remove front bumper, Refer to Body and Frame. See: Body and Frame/Bumper/Front Bumper/Service and Repair/Procedures
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Adjust lock carrier to service position. See: Body and Frame/Lock Carrier/Service and Repair/Procedures
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Remove outer ring for viscous fan -arrows-
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Remove electric fan.
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Counter-hold viscous fan pulley with pin wrench 3212 and remove fan with wrench 3312 (left hand thread).
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Remove fan with fan shroud.
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Remove belt pulley for fan.
CAUTION!
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Mark the running direction of the belt with crayon or marker before removing. Reinstalling a used belt in reversed running direction could damage
the belt.
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When installing a used ribbed belt be sure belt runs in right direction and is seated properly on belt pulleys.