Re: VAG Q

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Re: VAG Q

Dave

22 Jun 2008 12:46

> We have just purchased a Polo 1.4S, 35K from new with full dealer SH.
>
> It's coming six years old, at what mileage/timescale should we start
> thinking
> cam belt and related bits.

Cam belt should have been changed at 5 years with such low mileage. Get it
done asap if you're not sure.

There's also a problem with plastic cam belt tensioners failing on these.
Not sure if there's a better part available.

tpow	21 Jun 2008 09:50
We have just purchased a Polo 1.4S, 35K from new with full dealer SH. It's coming six years old, at what mileage/timescale should we start thinking cam belt and related bits. dj

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