Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI199590 BASE, 2.8 K, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROLS - SPECIFICATIONSQUICK-SERVICEDRIVE BELT INSPECTION
1995 Audi 90 Base, 2.8 K, Automatic
Drive Belt Inspection
1995 Audi 90 Base, 2.8 K, AutomaticSECTION Drive Belt Inspection
- Using a crayon or other marker, mark direction of belt travel before removing belt (if reusing belt). If reinstalled in opposite direction, damage to belt will occur.
- Remove drive belt guard. Using a 10-mm wrench, rotate drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove drive belt. Hold tensioner in place with Holding Mandrel (V.A.G. 3204). See Fig 1 .
- Ensure belt has no splits, cracks or other damage. To install drive belt, reverse removal procedure. Place drive belt over drive rollers and idling roller first and onto tensioning roller last. Using a 10-mm wrench, remove holding mandrel and allow tensioning roller to move against belt. Install drive belt guard.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.