When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your CITROËN C8
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C8 II 2.0 HDi 135, CITROËN C8 II 2.0 HDi 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

All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for C8 II and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_). Tools you'll need:
Combination spanner #15
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 4
    How to change Poly V-Belt on CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_) 2002 - free PDF and video manuals
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
  2. Step 5
    How to replace CITROËN C8 II 2.2 HDi 2003 Poly V-Belt - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_). Tip:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  3. Step 6
    CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_) 2.0 HDi 135 2004 Poly V-Belt replacement: free workshop manuals
    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position. Use a combination spanner #15.
  4. Step 7
    Changing Poly V-Belt on CITROËN C8 II 2.0 2005 by yourself
    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – CITROËN C8 (EA_, EB_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  5. Step 8
    How to remove CITROËN C8 2.0 16V 2006 Poly V-Belt - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
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