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How to Replace the Auxiliary Belt (Poly V) on a Mercedes Benz B200?

Model: Mercedes Classe B W245, MK 1 - Years 2005-2011
Part: V-belt

This short video tutorial explains how to remove and replace the auxiliary belt (in this case, a Poly V belt) on your Mercedes Benz B200. After raising the car on a ramp and locating the position of the belt of interest, you need to shift the pulley sideways and carefully remove the belt. While doing this work, it is advisable to check not only the condition of the belt but also that of the pulley, and if necessary, replace both. For the belt replacement, install it correctly and refit the pulley that was previously moved.

Updated on 28 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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