When to replace the Poly V-Belt on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Serpentine belt : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.6 16V, VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.4, VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.4 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 POLO VIVO Hatchback and other VW models
How to change Serpentine belt on VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.4 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Serpentine belt
How to change V-Ribbed Belt Set on VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.4 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
V-Ribbed Belt Set
Tools
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW POLO VIVO Hatchback. Tools you need:
Combination spanner #16
Fender cover
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW POLO VIVO Hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: serpentine belt – VW POLO VIVO Hatchback. Take the following 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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    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #16.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the V-ribbed belt.
  3. Step 5
    Return the tensioner pulley to its initial position.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the condition of the tensioner pulley and idler pulley. Replace them if necessary.
    Step 6
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    Install the V-ribbed belt.
    Replacement: serpentine belt – VW POLO VIVO Hatchback. Tip:
    Make sure that the V-ribbed belt fits all pulleys snugly.
  4. Step 7
    Changing Poly V-Belt on VW POLO VIVO Hatchback 1.6 16V 2013 by yourself
    Pull aside the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley. Use a combination spanner #16.
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