When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.006), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 170 CDI (168.009, 168.109) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change serpentine belt on MERCEDES W168 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W168. Tools you might need:
Combination spanner #15
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W168. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W168. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
  2. Step 3
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  4. Step 5
    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
    Step 6
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W168. Tip:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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