When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your FORD B-MAX
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 10 year / 180000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.6 TDCi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for B-MAX (JK) and other FORD models
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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tools you'll need:
Combination spanner #15
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – FORD B-MAX (JK). Use the following procedure:
  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
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    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 5
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    Remove the oil pan cover.
  3. Step 6
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
  5. Step 8
    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – FORD B-MAX (JK). Professionals recommend:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
    Step 9
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  6. Step 10
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
    Step 11
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    Place the V-ribbed belt on the tensioner pulley.
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