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Old Feb 9, 2006 | 01:52 PM
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Hii all,

I recently brought Audi A4 2.8 T, I dont know much about cars, can any one help me
in finding when was the last time the timing belt was changed, and what safety measured need to be taken.

Some help would be appreciated.

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Old Feb 9, 2006 | 01:53 PM
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When did they come out with a 2.8T????
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 01:56 PM
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age of car/mileage/service history, check with Audi if the timing belt is logged for change/changed
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 01:59 PM
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Sorry its 2.8.

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Old Feb 9, 2006 | 02:00 PM
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good point there I didn't see that[:-]
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 02:31 PM
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CHANGE THY T-BELT NOW!!!!!

u can always snap open the cover a lil (30v 2.8) and see how it is
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 02:37 PM
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after a check and it doesn't come up with your expectations then change the timing belt/tensioner/idler rollers/water pump/oil pump, I know his seems over the top but if you intend to keep the car for a long time it could save you money in the long run
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 03:13 PM
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yea get it changed unless without a doubt you know that it has been done.
 
Old Feb 9, 2006 | 03:24 PM
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My Audi is 1997, 74000 miles.

So should i contact Audi directly for timing belt ???

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Old Feb 9, 2006 | 05:50 PM
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hey look on ecstuning.com for all the stuff that you need. try not to go to the dealer because they usually charge an arm and a leg for everything. but check out the site.
 



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