Timing Belt

2004 Audi A4 Sedan (8E2) L4-1.8L Turbo (AMB)SECTION Timing Belt


Tightening Torques
Lower drive belt cover at the cylinder block 10 Nm 1)
Center drive belt cover at the cylinder block 10 Nm 1)
Ribbed belt tensioner at bracket 23 Nm
Vibration damper/pulley at crankshaft 10 Nm + 90° 2)3)
Drive belt tensioning pulley 27 Nm
1) Install using locking adhesive- Parts Supplier
2) Replace bolts
3) 90° equals one quarter turn
RENDER: 1.0x

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