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Replacing the drive belt for the starter motor generator

Drive belt for the starter motor generator

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Prerequisite 

The drive belt is torn.

CAUTION: Spring preload. 
Injury hazard! 
  • The use of the specified special tool (tool) is mandatory.
  • Carry out the described steps properly.
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Wrong setting of the drive belt. 
Reduced service life of drive belt, subsequent damage. 
  • Check the setting of the belt tensioner in the adjustment range after each removal/installation or replacement of the drive belt. The marks must be aligned.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
If the drive belt is broken, the tensioning device must be fixed in the base position with special tools 11 0 390  .
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
If the drive belt is broken, all ancillary components must be checked for damage and functionality.
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Result 

» The mark (1) aligns in the adjustment range (2).

Measure

Check 

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Result 

» Mark (1) of the belt tensioner is not aligned within the adjustment range (2).

Measure

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Lock nut of the tensioning device on eccentric 
M8 tightening torque  22 Nm
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