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Old 09-08-2002, 03:37 PM
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Default timing belt at 60k for 96 a4

i have 96 a4 and i have not done 60k service yet and i drove untill now with 69k. do i have to change timing belt?
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Default 60K is recommended. i waited til 96k which i dont not recommend. my belt had a few "pits" in it....

but my water pump was starting to go. i would change it as soon as you can. find a reputable local mechanic. that will save you a lot of cash versus the stealership.
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Timing belt should be changed at 60k or 4 years, which ever comes first 8&lt
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Default I have whole kit for sale for 270 shipped which includes (more)

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/14332/60k_service.jpg"></center><p>It's for 96/97 Audi A4 2.8 12valve

Timing Belt (078 109 119A)
Drive Belt (6PK1885)
Relay Roller (078 109 244 G)
Water Pump, V6 (078 121 004 J)
Thermostat (078 121 113 F)
O-ring for Thermostat (035 121 119)
Tensioner Roller for Timing Belt (078 109 243 K)
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I changed my timing belt at 82K
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For an extra $100 you can get it done professionally. Just don't go to the stealership, they're$600
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yes change it...
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