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Timing Belt - 8/2/2007 1:07:38 AM

Rubberneck

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A friend bought a 2001 Passat about four months ago from a used car dealer. The car had 98,000 miles on it. Two weeks ago the engine died and the car had to be towed. It was discovered that the timing belt broke or slipped or something. It totally ruined the engine. It was the original timing belt. My friend did not have a warranty on the car. Does anyone know the recommended replacement mileage for the timing belt? I was told 90,000 miles. Since the dealer sold the car with the mileage past the recommended timing belt change mileage, shouldn't this dealer be responsible for replacing the engine? I'd appreciate any help.

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RE: Timing Belt - 8/2/2007 11:00:31 AM

RobL110

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I am very new to the VW world. Just got a 99 last week. If he has the 1.8T the TB should be done every 60,000 miles. If you don't mind me asking what is it going to run for a new engine?

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RE: Timing Belt - 8/3/2007 11:27:53 PM

Rubberneck

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Hello there. The quote the dealer gave him was $6,500. Of course that's the dealer so I'm sure it's top dollar. I've heard lots of people with problems with VW's. Good luck with yours.

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RE: Timing Belt - 8/9/2007 3:50:43 PM

ture

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I think if the belt has over 60,000 miles, the TB should be replaced with in 5,000 miles. But it is always good to open the front cover of the TB and take a look at the belt first. You can tell by your eye if it is really bad.

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