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Replacement of the Timing Belt on a 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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The instructions provided in this guide will allow you to remove and replace the timing belt on a Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI. First, open the vehicle's bonnet and start removing the coolant reservoir and the engine mount, thus accessing the timing belt; lift the vehicle and remove the front right wheel, then disconnect the auxiliary belt and remove the crankshaft pulley.

Once the timing cover is removed, you will be able to access the toothed belt, replacing the belt and the timing kit with the new one, following the video tutorial to the end!


Posted on 22 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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