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Toyota Prius - Video tutorial

Model: Toyota Prius MK 1 - Years 2004-2009
Part: V-belt
Operation: V-belt replacement

To facilitate the removal of the V-belt, remove the intake duct. Then loosen the adjusting pin of the tensioner using an articulated wrench. Raise the car on a lift and remove the right wheel arch to be able to access the belt laterally and remove it; then apply the new belt making it adhere correctly to the pulleys and refit the wheel arch with the relative fastening clips. Finally, tension the belt by tightening the adjustment pin of the tensioner and reassemble the intake duct.


Posted on 7 July 2023 by ScegliAuto



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