Check visible area of poly-V belt for wear - AP13.22-P-1352GZ (ML500, ML63 AMG): Notes

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ENGINE 113.9, 156.9 in MODEL 164.1

ENGINE 156.9 in MODEL 209

Fig 1: Identifying Poly V-Belt

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Damage diagram

	Remove/install
1	Open engine hood
	Opening engine hood, moving to upright position and closing		AR88.40-P-1000GZ
	Checking
2	Check poly-V belt (1) for wear and damage at visible points and compare with damage profiles	Replace poly-V belt (1) if necessary	AP13.22-P-1351-01A
3	Raise vehicle with vehicle lift		AR00.60-P-1000GZ
4	Remove bottom engine compartment paneling	Installation: Install engine compartment paneling only after completing all maintenance jobs.	AR61.20-P-1105GZ
	Checking
5	Check poly-V-belt (1) for wear and damage at points visible when vehicle is raised, and compare with damage profiles	Replace poly-V belt (1) if necessary	AP13.22-P-1351-01A
6	Install in the reverse order