When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your MERCEDES-BENZ 123 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T D (124.190), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T D (124.190), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T D (124.190), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T Turbo-D 4-matic (124.393), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T Turbo-D 4-matic (124.393), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T Turbo-D, MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 T Turbo-D (124.193), MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 TD T 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 W124 Estate (S124) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). List of the tools you'll need:
Combination spanner #16
3/8" square drive extension bar
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    How to change Poly V-Belt on Mercedes S124 (W124) 1985 - free PDF and video manuals
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  2. Step 3
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 250 D 2.5 (124.185) 1986 Poly V-Belt - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the fastening bolt of the belt tensioner. Use a combination spanner #16 (2 pieces).
  3. Step 4
    Mercedes S124 (W124) 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.193) 1987 Poly V-Belt replacement: free workshop manuals
    Use a lever of the correct diameter to loosen the tensioner and remove the fastening bolt. Use a 3/8" square drive extension bar.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Poly V-Belt on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 300 D 3.0 (124.190) 1988 by yourself
    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ 123 SERIES 230 TE 2.3 (124.083) 1989 Poly V-Belt - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Professionals recommend:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Poly V-Belt on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) 1990: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Return the tensioner to its original position and install the fastening bolt. Use a 3/8" square drive extension bar.
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