Audi 80
 

I have a problem changing/replacing the alternator belt on my 1.9 TDI Audi 80. I cant bring the tensioner back enough to get the belt on. There seems to be a small "thingy" on the end of the shaft that holds it in place. I cant find a manual for this engine and the car is in use every day as I am a disabled driver so any help with this would be really appreciated.
Thanks
George

RE: Audi 80
 

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I believe there is a special tool required for the "thingy" to which you refer; there is a tool needed for the newer models. Search the archives on this. I think the subject of "belt tensioner tool" or "timing belt tool" was brought up in the forums within the last few months.

RE: Audi 80
 

thanks for your reply I appreciate it. I am writing this at 3.04p.m. as I am in South East Scotland so our times are different. The belt I am replacing is not the timing one but the one that does just the alternator only but I dont know which side the belt rides on, top of pulley os bottom of pulley as there was nothing left of other belt.
Keep up the great work
George

RE: Audi 80
 

Yes there is a tool that you need to loosen the load off the pulley over here you can get one to rent at almost any part store but there I don't know .