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How to Remove the Timing Belt on a Renault Clio

Model: Renault Clio MK 2, Clio 2 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Timing belt

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Follow this video to remove the timing belt and water pump on a Renault Clio. Lift the car on a column lift and remove the undertray located under the vehicle, then disconnect the hose connected to the radiator with pliers. Remove the right wheel splash guard with a screwdriver.

Use a fixed spanner to loosen the tensioner pulley and slide the belt off the pulley. With a socket spanner, unscrew the tensioner pulley retaining bolt, and remove the water pump as shown in the video.

Fit the new water pump, tensioner, and belt, and tighten everything with the socket spanner. Finally, fit the retaining bolts of the splash guard and reassemble the plastic engine cover.


Updated on 27 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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