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How to change serpentine belt on VW Golf VI Van (5K1_) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Poly V-Belt for GOLF VI Van (5K1_) and other VW models
Serpentine belt
Alternative products

Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Wheel impact socket #17
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW GOLF VI Van (5K1_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet.Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.Step 3Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 4Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.Step 5Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.Step 6Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF VI Van (5K1_)Step 7Remove the wheel.Step 8Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #16.
- Step 9Remove the V-ribbed belt.
- Step 10Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position. Use a combination spanner #16.Replacement: serpentine belt – VW GOLF VI Van (5K1_). Professionals recommend:Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.Step 11Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #16.Step 12Install the V-ribbed belt.Replacement: serpentine belt – VW GOLF VI Van (5K1_). Tip:Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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