How to carry out replacement: Poly V-Belt 1.9 TDI Passat 3b5
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How to change serpentine belt on VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8 T, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8 Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.0, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.0 4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Tools you might need:
Combination spanner #17
HEX bit No.H5
HEX bit No.H7
Ratchet wrench
Fender cover
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: serpentine belt – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  3. Step 5
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 6
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    Loosen the fastener of the AC compressor belt tensioner pulley. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 7
    Remove the V belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Professionals recommend:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
    Step 8
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #17.
  5. Step 9
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Tip:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
  6. Step 10
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    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
  7. Step 11
    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Step 12
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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #17.
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