When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your MERCEDES-BENZ M-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change serpentine belt on MERCEDES ML W163 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for M-Class (W163) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes ML W163. Tools you might need:
12-point socket # 17
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes ML W163. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
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    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
  4. Step 5
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use 12-point socket No.17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  6. Step 7
    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position. Use 12-point socket No.17. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 8
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use 12-point socket No.17. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 9
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes ML W163. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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