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Replacing the Timing Belt on a Volkswagen Polo 1.4

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo IV, Polo 4, MK 4, 9N - Years 2001-2009
Part: Timing belt

This guide outlines the main steps to remove and replace the timing belt on a Volkswagen Polo with a 1.4 petrol engine. First, lift the vehicle and remove the front right wheel; then, take off the auxiliary belt and subsequently remove the side timing cover by unscrewing the bolts. At this point, remove the crankshaft pulley and proceed to dismantle the timing belt, taking all necessary references; correctly insert the belt between the various rotating components and reassemble everything.

Updated on 15 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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