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How do you replace the serpentine belt of the Mini?

Model: Mini Mini R56, R57, R55 - Years 2007-2014
Part: V-belt

In order to replace the serpentine belt of the Mini, you will need to lift the car using a jack or a bridge, so that the right front wheel is not in contact with the ground. Once the wheel has been lifted, you can loosen the screws that secure the wheel to the hub in order to remove it along with the inner lining of the wheel arch. This will make the serpentine belt accessible, which will need to be freed from its seat by removing one of the pulleys to reduce the tension. At this point, you can insert the new replacement piece to check that everything is working properly.

Posted on 30 March 2025 by ScegliAuto

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