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How to change serpentine belt on VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) – 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 Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6 TDI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Jetta Mk5 (1K) 1.6 TDI … 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 Jetta Mk5 (1K) and other VW models
Alternative products

Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Wheel impact socket #17
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW JETTA III (1K2). 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 JETTA III (1K2)Step 7Remove the wheel.Step 8
Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #16. - Step 9
Remove the V-ribbed belt. - Step 10Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position. Use a combination spanner #16.Replacement: serpentine belt – VW JETTA III (1K2). 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 12
Install the V-ribbed belt.Replacement: serpentine belt – VW JETTA III (1K2). Tip:Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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