When to replace timing belt on Volkswagen Jetta?
I recently bought a 2014 jetta tdi and it has just over 160,000kms on it and still has the oem timing belt, when I cracked open the cover, the belt was just starting to crack so I’m replacing it this week, wish me luck as I can’t find a single guide online but I do have a friend that has access to a guide since he works at a shop.
What happens if you have a bad timing belt?
If your car or truck is showing signs of a bad timing belt, don’t drive it. Doing so can quickly result in complete engine failure. If the timing belt has already broken, the engine will not start. How often do timing belts need to be replaced? Timing belts are replaced as part of scheduled maintenance, usually every 60,000 to 100,000 miles.
How much does a timing belt replacement cost?
The average cost for a Timing Belt Replacement is between $1102 and $1324 but can vary from car to car.
How much does a VW engine belt cost?
Vw and Audi engine are interferance engines so that means any time the belt snaps your looking to go from a 1400$ service charge to over 5000$ head and possible engine replacments.
For instance, Toyota recommends that the Camry replace their timing belts after 60,000 miles. If you have a Ford Focus you can expect to replace the timing belt between 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles. The manual for the Volkswagen Jetta says that you can keep your timing belt until 120,000 miles.
How often do timing belts need to be replaced?
But more often than not, you will need to do VW Jetta timing belt replacement sooner or later. Timing belts in VW Jettas aren’t built to last forever and will give out on you eventually. In general, a VW Jetta timing belt will usually hang around for somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles before needing to be replaced.
When to replace timing belt on Ford Focus?
If you have a Ford Focus you can expect to replace the timing belt between 60,000 miles and 90,000 miles. The manual for the Volkswagen Jetta says that you can keep your timing belt until 120,000 miles. According to the US Department of Transportation, the average driver in America travels 13500 miles per year.
When to change timing belt on Audi A4?
It is our recommendation to closely inspect all timing belt components before the recommended interval. Play it safe, changing your timing belt may seem expensive. However, choosing to exceed your timing belt service interval is risky and can lead to unknown repair costs that will far exceed typical timing belt replacement service cost.