When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your CITROËN C3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 6 year / 125000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 68, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 82, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 PureTech 82, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 82 LPG View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C3 III (SX). Tools you might need:
12-point socket # 13
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C3 III (SX). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C3 III (SX). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use 12-point socket No.13.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
  3. Step 5
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    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C3 III (SX). Tip:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  4. Step 6
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C3 III (SX). AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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