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Guide to replacing the timing belt of the Seat Leon 1.4 TSI

Model: Seat Leon 1P - Years 2005-2013
Part: Timing belt

In this guide, we will see the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the timing belt of the Seat Leon 1.4 TSI. First, let's open the car's hood and start removing the engine mount and the coolant reservoir; we lift the vehicle and disassemble the right front wheel and the wheel arch, then remove the crankshaft pulley and disconnect the V-belt, as shown in the video. At this point, we remove the timing cover, taking the necessary references useful for the subsequent timing of the engine; we install the original timing belt.

Posted on 25 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

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