I called Audi and asked when they recommend changing the timing belt since I'm looking to purchase a used A4 2.8L quattro sedan with 75k miles. The dealership said they don't change the timing belt until 90k... I've been reading here people saying 60-75k. Which is the correct value?

Thanks.

 

1996 and 1999 2.8L V6 should be done at 60K mi and 75K mi respectively. Otherwise do it before 90K mi. Have an independent mechanic do the job.

 

Audi will tell you 90K but I did mine at 69K just to be safe....It's not wort a top end imo

 

I'm at 65,1xx in an '04 and doing it this wed and thurs.... I have a close family friend at Jack Daniels in jersey. Gunna get manufacturer prices and free/madly reduced labor... thas the only reason im doin it now but cant wait to have it done and off my mind.

 

Dont risk it, get it done around 70K. Apparently, our cars are notorious for failing early, and your engine will hate you for it when it gets all messed up.

 

If the belt breaks, you'll end up bending the valves and possibly damaging the pistons. Change the belt before 80k if it hasn't been done.

 

Thanks for all of the responses... I guess your all right, better to replace it now and be safe then sorry.

 

What year is your car?

Only certain years that have the old style tensioner are prone to fail.

If its pre 2000, do it now, if its newer than that you can wait until 90k.

 

I'm not sure if other models have had problems but I know there was a class action suit (two actually) by owners of 1997-1999 A4's with the 1.8T engine. Mine broke at 78K and f*cked every single intake valve in the process. Not a cheap repair. [:@]

 

mine's 00 and i did it at 77k