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How to change serpentine belt on VW Polo V Van (6R) – 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:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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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 POLO Van (6R) and other VW models
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Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Wheel impact socket #17
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW POLO Van (6R). 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 POLO Van (6R)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 POLO Van (6R). 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 POLO Van (6R). Tip:Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
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