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

Guide to Dismantling the Engine Cylinder Head, Auxiliary Belt, Alternator

Model: Vauxhall Corsa Corsa C - Years 2000-2006
Part: Cylinder head

Dismantling the cylinder head requires the removal of several components; let’s look at the details.
Start by removing the pipe shown in the figure, then proceed to dismantle the duct that supplies air to the engine at the indicated points, extract the air filter box, remove the bolts shown in the video, and disconnect the cables.
At this point, remove the exhaust cover and dismantle it after unscrewing the relevant bolts, disconnect the connector, and then remove the protection with the cables.
Returning to the engine cover, slide the part with the label to the right, unscrew the underlying bolts, remove the cover, unscrew the remaining bolts, and take off the entire upper part.
Now unscrew the bolts visible in the video to remove the bracket, follow the instructions to loosen the various pulley bolts, remove the belt, and extract the various pulleys, then unscrew the alternator bolts and remove it.
Now turn the cams to align them with the head, follow the instructions to remove the chain tensioner, and those for orienting the camshaft, unscrew the bolts, and remove the head.
This guide refers to the 1000 cc 3-cylinder engine.

Updated on 1 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Guide to replacing the cylinder head gasket of the Opel Corsa 1.0
Guide to replacing the cylinder head gasket of the Opel Corsa 1.0
Vauxhall Corsa (1993-2000 / Corsa B) Today we will see the main steps that will allow us to disassemble and replace the cylinder head gasket of the Opel Corsa 1.0 gasoline engine. First …
Head disassembly instructions on Opel Corsa C 1.0 (3 cylinders) 2003
Head disassembly instructions on Opel Corsa C 1.0 (3 cylinders) 2003
Vauxhall Corsa (2000-2006 / Corsa C) We see in this video the main instructions that will allow us to disassemble the cylinder head, and therefore to be able to replace the cylinder head…
How to change the alternator belt of the Opel Corsa 1.3
How to change the alternator belt of the Opel Corsa 1.3
Vauxhall Corsa (2006-2014 / Corsa D) Let's see in this short and simple guide the steps that will allow us to remove and replace the alternator belt of the Opel Corsa 1.3. First we lift …

Other guides you may be interested in

How to Remove the Driver's Side Airbag (Steering Wheel) on a BMW 3 Series

How to remove the driver's side airbag (steering wheel) on a BMW 3 Series? This operation is very simple if you follow the steps. Let's see in this guide how to proceed: insert a medium-length screwdriver into the rear slots on the steering wheel and turn until you release the clips that hold the airbag. Once the airbag is disconnected, disconnect the power connectors and remove it from the steering wheel. For reinstalling the airbag: connect the power connector, then press it onto the steering wheel until the locking clips snap into place inside the steering wheel.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos