When should a timing belt be changed on a VW Caddy?

When should a timing belt be changed on a VW Caddy?

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.

How long does VW timing belt last?

between 60,000 and 100,000 miles
As we mentioned earlier, most timing belts tend to wear down somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles. You can check your owner’s manual or Volkswagen maintenance schedule for more specific replacement intervals.

Is the 1.9 TDI an interference engine?

The ALH engine code TDI is an interference engine (a.k.a. non-clearance engine). If the VW timing belt fails, the timing belt system that links the cylinder head, camshaft, and crankshaft no longer run in sync.

Do VW TDI have timing belt or chain?

The 2015 VW Jetta tdi does have a timing belt. The coolant needs to be replaced every 60,000 miles.

How many miles can a Volkswagen Caddy last?

The best Caddy will average 55.4mpg, giving 735 miles on one tank. For a seven-seater mid-sized mpv this is a cracking statistic. Some VW dealers may not be able to service the Caddy Maxi because it is based on the van platform so make sure you check beforehand to avoid nasty surprises further down the line.

Does a VW Caddy have a timing belt?

Every 60,000 miles or 4 years *VW specify a timing belt renewal interval of 130,000 miles for all common rail engines and 75,000 miles for PD engines up to 2006.

When should a timing belt be replaced on a TDI?

80,000 miles
2.0L TDI – The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for VW 2.0L TDI models is 80,000 miles.

What happens if TDI timing belt breaks?

ALL diesel engines including the TDI are “interference” designs due to the high compression ratio (and therefore small combustion chamber volume). A broken timing belt will result in severe engine damage.

Are all diesel interference?

Most import (with higher compression engines) and most car and light truck diesel engines are interference. To avoid costly engine repairs, follow the auto manufacturers’ mileage replacement recommendations or we recommend timing belt replacement at around 60,000 miles.

Which VW engines have timing chains?

Model/Years of VW Timing Chain Recall

• 2012–2014 Beetle.
• 2012–2014 Beetle Convertible.
• 2009–2012 CC.
• 2009–2012 Eos.
• 2008–2012 GTI.
• 2008–2010 & 2012–2014 Jetta.
• 2009 Jetta SportWagen.
• 2008–2010 Passat.

What is the recommended timing belt replacement interval for VW models?

1.9L TDI ALH – The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for VW 1.9L TDI ALH models is 100,000 miles. • 1999-2004 VW Jetta change interval is 100,000 miles for TDI ALH (US) A4 chassis. • 1999-2004 VW Golf change interval is 100,000 miles for TDI ALH (US) A4 chassis.

How often should I change the cambelt on my Volkswagen?

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.

What is the recommended change interval for a VW?

– Haynes manual says “60K miles or 4 years, whichever comes sooner”, but then it says “VW recommend change interval should be reduced to 75K miles if used in a dusty environment”. This just doesn’t make sense, compared to their earlier 60K miles advice. Looks like somebody has made a typo. What is the advice from the mechanics out there?

Is it worth getting a new timing belt?

If you are going to keep it then better to have the new timing belt now !!! You then get peace of mind against failure, and a better trade in price eventually. For the sake of around £400 (belt and tensioner) now, you may save a lot of anxiety (thats not the VW price).