Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Replacing the Crankshaft Pulley

Model: Mercedes Clk A208, C208, W208 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Engine

See other generations:
Video tutorial

If you hear a loud noise coming from the front of the engine, like a pronounced squeak, the rubber component at the centre of the crankshaft pulley may be damaged. This pulley has a rubber part between the central disc that attaches to the crankshaft and the outer part that the auxiliary belt runs on, which dampens vibrations.

To replace the pulley, first obtain the appropriate tool to hold the crankshaft in position while unscrewing the pulley’s fixing bolt. Then, remove the air filter housing for better access, place a tool to lock the pulley, and unscrew the central bolt.

Loosen the tensioner to remove the auxiliary belt, complete the removal of the bolt, and extract the old pulley before inserting the new one (the keyway serves as a reference) and reassemble in reverse order.


Updated on 18 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Replacing the Crankshaft Position Sensor
Replacing the Crankshaft Position Sensor
Mercedes Clk (1997-2003 / A208, C208, W208) One of the first symptoms of a malfunctioning crankshaft position sensor is the failure to start the engine, especially when hot: the sensor (which i…
Replacement of V-Belt
Replacement of V-Belt
Mercedes Clk (1997-2003 / A208, C208, W208) The V-belt, also known as the auxiliary belt, is driven by the crankshaft pulley and powers the auxiliary components such as the power steering pump,…
Replacement of Front Shock Absorber
Replacement of Front Shock Absorber
Mercedes Clk (1997-2003 / A208, C208, W208) Replacing the shock absorber on this vehicle is very straightforward as the damper is not integrated into the spring but installed alongside it: ther…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light on a MG ZS?

On the instrument cluster of the MG ZS, the tire pressure light that appears can be reset by inflating the tires to the correct pressure: this value will be indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tires have been properly inflated, you can turn on the instrument cluster and navigate through the menu until you find the option that indicates tire pressure: if this screen shows the new values, the light will turn off; otherwise, you will need to drive for a few miles so that the sensors can read the new values and turn off the light afterward.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos