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How to Replace the Timing Belt on the Renault Clio?

Model: Renault Clio MK 3, Clio 3, Clio III - Years 2005-2013
Part: Timing belt

To replace the timing belt on the Renault Clio, you need to remove the right front wheel and the corresponding wheel arch liner to access the pulleys located at the bottom of the engine. By moving the tensioner roller, you can remove the poly-V belt and the crankshaft pulley. Then, accessing from the engine bay, after removing some obstructing parts, you will need to secure the pulleys and rotate the tensioner roller to remove the timing belt. After removal, you can insert the new belt and reassemble all the previously removed parts.

Updated on 23 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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