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Audi A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 3 of 3)

Make
Audi
Model
A8 Sedan
Engine
V8-3.7L (AEW)
Year
1997
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 3 of 3
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Timing Belt: Adjustments

1. To set the basic adjustment of belt tensioner proceed as follows:

a. Turn eccentric insert of tensioning roller clockwise using commercial two-hole nut turner tool No. Matra V/159, or equivalent.

b. Adjust position of tensioning roller until damper length -a- is within specified range.

Damper length -a-:

Engine cold: 136-139 mm (5.35-5.47 inch).
Engine warm: 126-129 mm (4.96-5.08 inch).

c. Tighten tensioning roller to: 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

2. Crank engine at least two revolutions.
3. Check damper length and if necessary, adjust tensioning roller.

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