How to remove and refit the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets, as well as the belt tensioner assembly for 1.6 litre SOHC petrol engines on 2016 Audi A3?

The procedure to take away the camshaft sprocket includes removing of the timing belt and then holding the camshaft in position as the sprocket bolt is loosened. Take off the sprocket and examine oil seal against leakage. Re-connect the timing belt and make sure that the sprocket is done. Follow the same procedure with tensioner and crankshaft.

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2016 Audi A3 Belt Tensioner Part Number: 04L-903-315-K
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- Other Name: Tensioner; Belt Tensioner
- Replaces: 04L-903-315-A
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Fits the following 2016 Audi A3 Submodels:
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2016 Audi A3 Chain Tensioner Part Number: 06K-109-467-P
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- Other Name: Tensioner; Chain Tensioner
- Item Weight: 0.80 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 06K-109-467-P
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Fits the following 2016 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2016 Audi A3 Belt Tensioner Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove and refit the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets, as well as the belt tensioner assembly for 1.6 litre SOHC petrol engines on 2016 Audi A3?
A: The procedure to take away the camshaft sprocket includes removing of the timing belt and then holding the camshaft in position as the sprocket bolt is loosened. Take off the sprocket and examine oil seal against leakage. Re-connect the timing belt and make sure that the sprocket is done. Follow the same procedure with tensioner and crankshaft.