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Replacing the Timing Belt on a Renault Twingo 1.2

Model: Renault Twingo Twingo 1 - Years 1993-2007
Part: Timing belt

Below are the main instructions to remove and replace the timing belt on a Renault Twingo 1.2. First, raise the vehicle and remove the right front wheel; then, remove the alternator belt by unscrewing its bolt, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the bolts from the engine mount and take it out; once the timing cover is removed, you can access the belt, taking the necessary references for the replacement, following the video tutorial to the end!

Updated on 1 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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