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EMS light is showing
I have a 2003 Volkswagen Touran 1.6 FSI with 86,000 miles on the clock with full dealer service history. The EMS light on the dashboard came on and I had the car diagnosed. The timing chain is showing incorrect corrolation, and needs replacing. I went to the main dealer, and they quoted me £1000+vat to replace.
How can they justify charging me so much when the chain is supposed to be maintenance free?
How can they justify charging me so much when the chain is supposed to be maintenance free?
Asked on 14 December 2012 by sully1bas
Answered by
Honest John
Because replacing a timing chain is complicated. You may get it done more cheaply at an independent VAG specialist. Obviously the chain jumped for a reason. May be the tensioner. May be worn teeth on a pulley.
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