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Replacing timing chain on an Ibiza(04-05)

  • 22-06-2010 12:12PM
    #1
    superflyninja
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,865 ✭✭✭


    Hi just wondering when the chain needs changing and ho much would it usually cost?
    thanks :D


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  • #2
    alias no.9
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,481 ✭✭✭alias no.9


    Chains aren't usually a service item and only need replacing if they start to rattle excessively which is a sign of wear.


  • #3
    superflyninja
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,865 ✭✭✭superflyninja


    great thanks! :D


  • #4
    whippet
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,754 ✭✭✭whippet


    while in theory the timing chain shouldn't have to be changed there was/is a problem with some Ibiza's of that generation.

    My 03 ibiza at around 70k miles had a failed tensioner and this caused the chain to slip. Luckily enough no engine damage but did have a nice repair bill of over €700 between towing, new tensioner and new chain etc ...

    Looking online it seems to be a common problem at around the 70k mark


  • #5
    woody33
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 488 ✭✭woody33


    Be sure to keep up with your oil changes to prolong the life of the chain.


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