When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your MERCEDES-BENZ 190
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.0 (201.023), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.0 (201.023), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change serpentine belt on MERCEDES W201 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for 190 (W201) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W201. Tools you'll need:
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W201. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W201. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Poly V-Belt on Mercedes W201 1982 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024) 1983 Poly V-Belt - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
    Mercedes W201 E 1.8 (201.018) 1984 Poly V-Belt replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the fastening bolt of the belt tensioner. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Poly V-Belt on MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 1985 by yourself
    Loosen the belt tensioner. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ 190 D 2.5 (201.126) 1986 Poly V-Belt - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Poly V-Belt on MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 1987: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – Mercedes W201. Tip:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Poly V-Belt replacement on Mercedes W201 E 2.3 (201.028) 1988 - download illustrated guide
    Tighten the belt tensioner. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt is properly tensioned.
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