Re: when to change timing belt 92 100S?

[Chris Newbold <cnewbold@transarc.com>]

At 08:06 AM 6/2/98 , Andrew Duane USG/PE wrote:

>> I now have 85K on the original timing belt (2.8L V6 engine).  A non dealer
>> mechanic says it is an inspect and replace only if it looks worn item
>> according to his book.  What does the Audi factory manual say?  Also, what
is
>> a reasonable price for replacing it, parts and labor? Anything else that
>> should be done at time of timing belt replacment? oil seals, etc?   Thanks.
>
>I was told (by dealer, book, and independent mechanic) that the
>timing belt in my V6 is a 60K replace. The good news is that
>they are not *that* expensive to replace (mechanic says about $300).
>This is more than my I5, but less than my 20V.

This agrees with what I've heard, both from dealer mechanics and from
a couple of trusted independents.

You'll want to replace the two timing belt rollers/tensioners, too.
The bearings in them tend to go, and if they seize, they'll take the
belt with them.

Other things to consider while doing the timing belt: water pump, 
thermostat, accessory drive belt. If any oil leaks are discovered while
in there, you probably want to take care of them, too.

All told, I spent close to $600 for parts and labor to replace everything
I mentioned above (no oil leaks found! :-)

-Chris
1993 90CS 64k mi

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