When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 2 year / 60000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 E-Class T-modell (S211) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Tools you'll need:
Torx bit T25
Torx bit T55
Drive socket # 10
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211)
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T25. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the back section of the engine cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the back section of the engine cover.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Professionals recommend:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS T-Model (S211). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  5. Step 7
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use Torx T55. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  7. Step 9
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    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
  8. Step 10
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
  9. Step 11
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use Torx T55. Use a ratchet wrench.
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