When should the timing belt be changed on a VW Golf TDI?
We recommend changing your cambelt once every four years for cars registered before September 2009, and every five years for cars registered after. If you reach the recommended mileage limit before 4 or 5 years, you may need to change the cambelt sooner.
What mileage should I change my timing belt VW Golf?
Volkswagen recommends a change every 210,000km regardless of age, unless the car is used in a ‘high dust’ environment all the time, in which case the interval is 120,000km. This applies to all versions of that engine.
Does 2.0 TDI have timing belt?
The 2.0 Liter TDI engine with CBEA engine code is driven by a timing belt system which links the cylinder head, camshafts, injector pump, and crankshaft to run in sync. There’s also an assortment of tensioners and idler rollers to guide and tension the 2.0 TDI timing belt.
Does VW TDI have timing belt?
On 2000-2001 1.9L TDI engine, with manual transmission, replace timing belt every 60,000 miles. On 2000-2001 1.9L all TDI engines, replace timing belt every 105,000 miles….Timing Belt Replacement.
| Volkswagen Engine | Recommended Interval |
|---|---|
| 2.0L* TDI Diesel | Replace Timing Belt & Tensioner Every 120,000 Miles |
| 2.1L & 2.2L & 2.5L* | (1) |
| 2.8L* | (22) |
Can you tell if a timing belt needs to be replaced?
What’s That Sound? – One sound that you need to be aware of is a high-pitched screech or whirring when you first start your car and/or when you’re idling or accelerating. The next is a ticking coming from inside the engine itself. These are both possible indicators that the timing belt is malfunctioning.
Does a Volkswagen TDI have a timing belt?
The 2015 VW Jetta tdi does have a timing belt. The coolant needs to be replaced every 60,000 miles. Your air filter needs to be replaced every 15,000 to 30,000 miles.
Do diesel engines have timing belts or chains?
Space does not allow us to mention all the diesel engines that have timing chains rather than belts, (in brief, all BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru, Fiat/Vauxhall 1.3, plus more) but maintaining good chain life is mostly related to regular oil services.
How long do VW timing belts last?
Many mechanics recommend replacing them every 70,000 to 100,000 miles. It’s always a good idea to familiarize yourself with your Volkswagen owner’s manual. There will often be useful information there on when to change parts such as timing belts.
When to change cambelt on Golf GT 2.0 TDI?
I have a new to me Golf GT 2.0 TDI which is a 2007 model with now 30,000 miles on the clock. I purchased the car in 2010 with 15,000 miles. The handbook says the cambelt should be changed at 100,000 miles but the dealer is saying every 80,000 miles or 4 years (which ever is first).
How often should you replace the cambelt on a VW?
Volkswagen cambelt intervals vary depending on model and in our opinion can often be too long, which can lead to extensive and expensive engine damage. We recommend the following cambelt replacement intervals: Model. Interval. 1.4 / 1.6 16v. 40k Miles or 4 Years. 1.6 / 2.0 8v. 60k Miles or 4 Years. 1.6 / 2.0 TDI CR.
When to change water pump on VW Golf GT?
60,000 miles or 4 years, VW spec was originally 100,000 kms which converts to around 62,000 odd miles. If you are planning on keeping the car have a full coolant change, new water pump and V belts and take it to a good independant or Skoda garage as labour rates can be cheaper.
What kind of warranty does a cam belt have?
All Cambelt Kits, Water Pumps and Auxiliary drive belts we use are Genuine VAG parts which come with a 2 Year Warranty.