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How to Replace the Timing Belt on a Volkswagen Polo?

Model: Volkswagen Polo MK IV, Polo 4, 9N, MK 4, Polo IV - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Timing belt

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Lift the car and loosen the bolts securing the corresponding front wheel. Remove the inner wheel arch cover to access the bolts securing the central nut of the tensioner pulley.

Remove this nut to reduce the tension on the belt and slide it out of its seat. Now, insert the new belt around the respective pulleys, tension it, and check that everything functions correctly.


Updated on 3 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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