When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your VW LUPO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 60000 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 VW LUPO 6x1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW Lupo 6X1. Tools you'll need:
Combination spanner #15
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW Lupo 6X1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW Lupo 6X1. Take the following steps:
  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
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
  4. Step 4
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  5. Step 5
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – VW Lupo 6X1. Professionals recommend:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Poly V-Belt on VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 2003: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #15.
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