Timing belt changing

[Blue MK2]

Can someone tell me at what milage the timing belt should be changed and a step by step changing instructions on an 8v.
also how much is a new VAG one?

Thanx in advance

[golfvr6]

Should change the timing belt every 40k, tensioner every 80k. Belt is about ?10-?15 at vw, always get the genuine parts!

Line engine up to TDC
Remove alternator and power steering belts
Remove upper cover
Remove Crankshaft/ water pump/ power steering pulleys
Remove lower cover
Turn tensioner anti-clockwise
Remove timing belt
Check marks are still aligned
Fit new belt
Tension belt
Check belt tension, belt should turn 90 degrees on longest run
Rotate engine 360 degrees twice to check marks are still aligned
Re-check belt tension
Refit rest of stuff as removed

Hope that helps  

[Blue MK2]

Perfect Chers VR  

[richandhazel]

Wow! Not a lot you can add to that. Nice one 'vr6.

Should change the timing belt every 40k, tensioner every 80k. Belt is about ?10-?15 at vw, always get the genuine parts!

Line engine up to TDC
Remove alternator and power steering belts
Remove upper cover
Remove Crankshaft/ water pump/ power steering pulleys
Remove lower cover
Turn tensioner anti-clockwise
Remove timing belt
Check marks are still aligned
Fit new belt
Tension belt
Check belt tension, belt should turn 90 degrees on longest run
Rotate engine 360 degrees twice to check marks are still aligned
Re-check belt tension
Refit rest of stuff as removed

Hope that helps  

[golfvr6]

Its worth changing all the bolts on the pulleys as these tend to round off, also get the proper tensioner tool, it makes life so much easier!

[modulater]

Circlip pliers never ever work so its good to get the correct tool