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Offline AlanD

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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #140 on: 15 September 2009, 13:47 »
No it wont do because at the time that book went to press that was correct.

Im sure TT will be able to point you to some official literacy which indicates that VW have changed their stance on this. Take this to the dealer.
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #141 on: 15 September 2009, 13:49 »
Quote from: DPG on 15 September 2009, 13:44
As far as i know there isnt anything telling me its 60,000 miles or 4 years in the service book.

Correct, but this is a well worn debate here...

Quote from: AlanD on 15 September 2009, 13:47
Im sure TT will be able to point you to some official literacy which indicates that VW have changed their stance on this. Take this to the dealer.

Very sensible course of action :afro:
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #142 on: 15 September 2009, 14:44 »
40k miles is arguably a little early, but the 4 years is a valid issue.  But we could all go on about the 'rights and wrong's on this forum - the only way to get definative advice is to get something in WRITING - either from the supplying dealer, or from Volkswagen UK - then your arSe will be covered.
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #143 on: 17 September 2009, 08:50 »

Just went into Sytner VW to ask about my service history and they said that the cambelt needs "checking" at 5 years or 60,000 miles :huh:.

As my car is only 4.5 years old and covered 40,000 miles they said that this time next year would be fine

I've mailed VW customer services to get their official recommendation but havent got a response yet.
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #144 on: 19 September 2009, 18:34 »
Quote from: DPG on 17 September 2009, 08:50

Just went into Sytner VW to ask about my service history and they said that the cambelt needs "checking" at 5 years or 60,000 miles :huh:.

As my car is only 4.5 years old and covered 40,000 miles they said that this time next year would be fine

I've mailed VW customer services to get their official recommendation but havent got a response yet.

Got a response form VW re cambelt & the plaques please see below:-

Good Afternoon ,
 
With regard to the cambelt changes, Volkswagen recommends every 60,000 miles or every 4 years, whichever occurs first.  The Golf Edition 30 does have a plaque that you can apply for, to do this you will need to call us on the number below and we can take the necessary details and send the plaque through.
 
Kind Regards,
 
Matthew Stephenson
Volkswagen Customer Service
matthew.stephenson@volkswagen.co.uk
Tel: 0800 333 666
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #145 on: 15 February 2011, 19:49 »
Has anybody done a TFSI cambelt themselves yet??
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #146 on: 15 February 2011, 20:03 »
Yeah recommended after 4yrs I believe.  Ive got an 06 and the VW garage changed mine at 51k before I bought it in March 2010.  If you can get it for £300 id bite their arm off, thats an absolute bargain!
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #147 on: 15 February 2011, 20:25 »
Quote from: Snooze on 15 February 2011, 20:03
Yeah recommended after 4yrs I believe.  Ive got an 06 and the VW garage changed mine at 51k before I bought it in March 2010.  If you can get it for £300 id bite their arm off, thats an absolute bargain!

 :rolleyes: yes thats easy to do!! hand it to a dealer.

I just wanting to know if its as much of a pain to do as the 1.8T belt?
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Re: MK5 GTI - Cambelt
« Reply #148 on: 21 February 2011, 13:27 »
Just booked my car in for a minor servcie at at VW Harrogate - £129 (incl vat labour etc) and the cam belt changing £319 without water pump, £399 with both incl vat labour etc etc. Didn't think that was a bad price?

The car has done 52,000 and is a 06 plate.
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