mk5 golf service schedule (timing belt change in particular)

[Umai Naa!!]

It's all over the place. I've had a lengthy discussion with my service manager at work about this. We've been doing them at 120,000klms, unless the service book or ELSA state otherwise. Apparently VW is releasing a correct service schedule for dealers soon.

Also worth noting is to make sure the belt is replaced as a kit. Ok, it's more expensive, but at least you'll get the tensioner and idler pulleys replaced at the same time.

As for water pumps, yeah, definately get them inspected. Most technicians will drop the coolant out to simplify the job, and the water pump is usually only held in with three bolts, anyways.

[Transporter]

Apparently VW is releasing a correct service schedule for dealers soon.

Thanks for the head up, mate and let us know what is the correct servicing interwal when you know it, please.

[Umai Naa!!]

If it's anything like their lubrication chart, it will only go back as far as the mid '90s. I'm hoping I can get hold of a PDF version of it to share.

[Sage]

prob a BIG bump. Though did we ever get a definitive answer on this?

I am curious about a 2.0 TDi.

My thoughts was 105,000 though after reading this i am not sure.

[Sage]

just called my local VW dealer.. on 2.0 TDi 120,000kms at approx $1400 (incl service)

[talktokeith]

Hi guys,

I have a 05 2.0 Tdi on 90k, emailed different places (burwin & 4 other places) only burwin & 1 mechanic said now the timing belt is due.

Double check the owner manual, it saids 120k but without telling how many yrs tho.

2 Yes Vs 4 No(inc. manual) so I think I don't have to worry it now....but if there is any update since the last post (@ Feb 2010) please me know!

BTW, can anyone recommend a good service center in Melbourne(eastern suburbs)? I got quote from few other places they generally around $300ish, which is way cheaper than dealer, however I'd like to know a service center with good reputation & know about VW cars too, thx!!

Keith

[NabzGTI]

Hi guys,

I have a 05 2.0 Tdi on 90k, emailed different places (burwin & 4 other places) only burwin & 1 mechanic said now the timing belt is due.

Double check the owner manual, it saids 120k but without telling how many yrs tho.

2 Yes Vs 4 No(inc. manual) so I think I don't have to worry it now....but if there is any update since the last post (@ Feb 2010) please me know!

BTW, can anyone recommend a good service center in Melbourne(eastern suburbs)? I got quote from few other places they generally around $300ish, which is way cheaper than dealer, however I'd like to know a service center with good reputation & know about VW cars too, thx!!

Keith

You should try James at Audvolks - Located in Clayton. They are a VW/Audi specialist with excellent workmanship and great prices.

[TomC]

Not sure whether the tdi is different, but I'm just about the have the timing belt replaced on my GTI. My dealer said that it should be strictly replaced every 120k or 4 years, whatever comes first because the rubber belts perish and if they snap it's big trouble. If yours is an '05 and you haven't had the belt replaced yet, then I think I would consider very carefully about doing it (and the water pump while they're at it as they're all accessable together).

[JY086]

i just changed mine on my 06 GTI..just done 70K's....just cant be bother looking for the correct answer.

[POW]

i just changed mine on my 06 GTI..just done 70K's....just cant be bother looking for the correct answer.

How much did they charge and are you with a dealer or independent?

[barrenjoey owl]

I believe VWA have changed their requirements now to each 4 years or 60,000kms.

HTH

[JY086]

How much did they charge and are you with a dealer or independent?

independent. i brought all the parts off ECS...timimng kit, belt tensioner, water pump, forge BOV $445 AUD shipped. and my mechanic charged me $350 for labour.

[POW]

independent. i brought all the parts off ECS...timimng kit, belt tensioner, water pump, forge BOV $445 AUD shipped. and my mechanic charged me $350 for labour.

That's not bad at all my mechanic do it for $900 all up.it's worth to put effort in by getting parts ourself.

[PeDiES]

That's not bad at all my mechanic do it for $900 all up.it's worth to put effort in by getting parts ourself.

it should be said that be aware with buying your own parts esp from the us. Most workshops will refuse to fit your parts because if things go south then who gets the blame? if you buy the wrong parts then the mechanic finds out when its in peices, or the part fails or its questionable as to weather its incorrect fitting or not. Best to just leave 100% responsibility with the mechanic.

oh and vw now claim australian climate and coolant are causing premature wear on water pumps and therefor are saying 60k or 4 years, i don't beleive its necessary

[stickshift3000]

oh and vw now claim australian climate and coolant are causing premature wear on water pumps and therefor are saying 60k or 4 years, i don't beleive its necessary

Maybe we should blame climate change?! LOL!