Questions about Timing Belt and Tensioner

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04-04-2006, 02:29 AM

Piggy

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Questions about Timing Belt and Tensioner

I drive a 2000 1.8Tq. I know you guys say to get the timing belt and tensioner replaced around 60k, and well im at 60738. I was looking up kits online and they said that the 2000 model already comes with the upgrade and not to worry about the timing belt / tensioner unless it is worn..? I was wondering if I should listen to them or just go ahead and get the tensioner and belt replaced?

04-04-2006, 02:53 AM

Dj Spiel

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RE: Questions about Timing Belt and Tensioner

Hey, welcome to forums.

I'd replace tensenior & belt. With these germans cars you never know once something breaks it all breaks.

U can get a kit from ECS Tuning.com

http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...ategory=Engine

04-04-2006, 03:25 AM

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RE: Questions about Timing Belt and Tensioner

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I drive a 2000 1.8Tq. I know you guys say to get the timing belt and tensioner replaced around 60k, and well im at 60738. I was looking up kits online and they said that the 2000 model already comes with the upgrade and not to worry about the timing belt / tensioner unless it is worn..? I was wondering if I should listen to them or just go ahead and get the tensioner and belt replaced?

Yeah the 2000 has the updated tensioner.. Mine did, and I changed it at 72k miles. Belt looked good too. If I were you I wouldnt worry, but get it done at or before 80k miles to be safe.