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Replacement of the timing belt of the Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan 5N, MK 1 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Timing belt

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Today's main information will illustrate the process of disassembling and replacing the timing belt of the Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI. First, we lift the vehicle and begin to disassemble and remove the right front wheel; we remove the fender and disassemble the serpentine belt, then remove the crankshaft pulley as shown in the video.

At this point, it will be possible to remove the distribution cover, thus accessing the belt; we take the necessary references for the replacement of the timing belt, installing the original one.


Posted on 15 June 2025 by ScegliAuto


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