Recent Change to Service Schedule?

[Tofuboi]

Good Afternoon everyone!

So I just ticked over to 105,000km and my Mk5 GTI is due for it's service. I wasn't so concerned about this service as it'll be fairly cheap compared to the upcoming 120,000km service with the DSG...

Or so I thought...

Turns out there was a recent change in the VW Service Scheduling where 105,000km now includes Timing Belt and Water Pump changes. That just bumped the service cost up $1,000~!

I just want to know if this is actually confirmed true or not. Also to see if anyone had recently done their 105,000km service on their VW.

Thanks!

[Transporter]

It seems to be like that for some time now.

[vdubmotorworx]

about the last 4 years its been that 105k or 7 years...waterpump is a option tho...VDUB..

[Umai Naa!!]

Water pump isn't part of the schedule, but it's highly recomended.

If it's through the dealer, stipulate an exchange genuine water pump. About half the price of buying a new one outright, and absolutely no difference in quality.