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How to Replace the Timing Belt on a Volkswagen Touran?

Model: Volkswagen Touran 1T, MK 1 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Timing belt

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Good morning, today you will be replacing the timing belt on your Volkswagen Touran. Start by opening the bonnet.

Next, remove the air filter assembly and the engine cover. Then, proceed to remove the valve cover, which also protects the timing belt, and the lower timing belt cover.

Once the removal is complete, loosen the tensioner and take off the old belt. Finally, fit the new timing belt by reversing these steps.

With this, you will have completed the replacement on your Volkswagen Touran.


Updated on 19 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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