Timing belt on an A4 b7

Banana Republic 1

I’buoght thee car in 2016 with 80000 miles, came from England. The timing belt was done at 71000 and that was in 2014. There’s 11900 on it now and I’m wondering since Audi now stipulate mileage or 5 year intervals for a new kit on a new car should I consider changing it. On the service book it only states mileage interval, 80000 miles, and no reference to time. its been near 7 years since the first one was replaced. Ordinarily I say per milage for other parts but the toothed belt is fairly important.

Any suggestions..

audi A4 B7 2008

Low mileages cars does not have high value like most of the people dreams. 2008 car should have already 4th belt, not 2nd like you have. Change the timing belt instantly and do not dream about how many mileages that belt should last. If you do not like belt changes then do not buy the car with timing belts. Do you really believe the sticker on the car? Everyone can produce the sticker to boost the car sale value. If you buy used car, never trust the story. Ask the discount and change everything yourself.

Banana Republic 1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118410493#Comment_118410493

A I didn’t buy the thing on the basis of the timing belt. My question was exactly should I change the thing now or wait till I’m near mileage mark. No need to be a prick about it.

Time is up, so you can not wait the mileages. Like I already explained, there should be already 4th timing belt (or at least end of 3th belt cycle). By modern technology you can stretch bit time factor, but only then if your leg is light weight. There is always 3 major factors: time, mileages and load. There is one hidden factor too - usage, especially NO USAGE. One month no usage is relative safe, but months and months no usage ruins all major factors and need to replace again. The couriers should too think about earlier timing belt change, because they start and stop engine hundred of times every day. Sure, nobody does not care. Why you should? This is not offense.

Cass

If its playing on your mind I'd change it. Better to air on the side of caution and be sure its done than "take a chance" on mileage or time frame and risk loosing the engine. In other words a couple of hundred now versus either thousands later or a write off due to engine damage. Also the stickers are usually on the nose, but only if they're garage stickers and not the "tip-ex" brigade.

XLR 8

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118410493#Comment_118410493

Can you not answer a post without your usual BU11 S41T ??

BlakeS94

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118412677#Comment_118412677

I can't deal with his nonsense replies, he goes off on a tangent on almost every post he replies to, instead of trying to offer genuine assistance. I have him on ignore so can't see what he says unless somebody else quotes and replies as you have done. "Don't buy a car with a timing belt" is sound advice...

dooroy

I presume this is a diesel - 2.0L ? don't think the 1.9 was available by 2008 .

I have changed belts in a lot of the 1.9 Tdi's in my limited experience I never came across one that had broken its belt. The belts are quite wide and don't give trouble .

Having said that I would consider that after 7 yrs it would be wise to change it ASAP. It's well known that rubber deteriorates over time - so regardless of mileage it needs to be changed. I know that manufacturers used to give time and mileage guidelines - can't imagine why this has changed. VW used to recommend 60K mls.

Considering that a car which could last for many more years could be scrapped because of a broken belt - it would be better to change it (timing belt kit + water pump)

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118412726#Comment_118412726

Only not very smart people say that kind of garbage...

Buy the right car for your needs and service properly. This is the best advice for everyone.

Sure you must questioning everything like does that car have really so low mileages. I get every day requests to mileages correction and I never take that job. But somebody does that job, 100% sure. Not off the topic, because the OP have a mileages and car age.

You can not blame me, like I did not help. Please read again "Change the timing belt instantly...". Only you did not help anything!!! You started the BS campaign with XLR 8, very adult behavior... If something is wrong, correct it or improve! No, you need to play smart az z.

Banana Republic 1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118414328#Comment_118414328

“Buy the right car for my needs”

I did, it was from an Audi dealer in Manchester and had a full service history, much better than any of the shite that was on offer here. but that’s not the point. My question was about the belt not about the shambolic nature of the car market in Ireland with dealers selling paddy spec cars at inflated prices , no wonder the thing is a mess.

Banana Republic 1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118414135#Comment_118414135

that was my thinking anyway I just was looking for confirmation. It’s 2.0 litre ya, my first choice would be dealer job, but my local VAG crowd are **** to say the least have had a few runs ins with them and there diabolical customer service, but I suppose it’s better for this job and set price.

Miacharlotte

The 2010 AudiA4Comes with a 2.0L 4Cylinder engine in all configurations, and is driven by a timing chain. While timing chains are usually expected to last between 250,000 and 300,000 miles, the 2010 A4's chain is known to have some problems.

250-300k miles looks bit too high, km is more realistic. Only if oil was changed regularly or by shorter intervals.

Car99

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The thread is about a 2008 B7 which also came with 1.9tdi 1115bhp BRB engine code engine prone to early camshaft and lifter bucket wear at relatively low mileage. Just yhough I'd add some irrelevant data also.🙂👍

Banana Republic 1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118417725#Comment_118417725

Mine is 2.0 140/3 bhp,

greasepalm

If we had car in for a service i would have queried the time and if told would advise get the whole lot done as its a gamble with the long finger.

Banana Republic 1

Follow up on my original question would ye advise going to a Audi/vag dealer for this job or an independent. Dealer price €649 all in. I wouldn't be going down the tipx brigade as alternative like but just to have an idea.

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DIY

Car99

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118428553#Comment_118428553

For our A4's I use out local vw dealer for timing belt and water pump change. For some reason they charge €100 less than my local Audi dealer.

9935452

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118428960#Comment_118428960

I found the exact same .

Every now and then they would do an offer on tb and water pumps and you would get it another 50 cheaper

Banana Republic 1

Update: got belt done, VAG garage best pricey but I’ll not get another car for same price and at least it’s guaranteed 🤷‍♂️