Could you tell me how often the timing belt needs to be replaced on the vw Tiguan 2.0 TDI?

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• Kendrick J Mar 1, 2022

  Please disregard any mechanical advice from James B as he consistently provides incorrect information. An old timing belt does not typically result in increased oil usage unless it breaks, which would cause the car to become inoperable due to potential valve or piston damage. Additionally, an old timing belt does not cause overheating or explosions in a vehicle. Gaskets do not loosen and cannot be tightened; as Nick mentioned, there are no spark plugs in a VW TDI engine. It is advised to refrain from giving mechanical guidance.

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• Jeremy D. Feb 9, 2021

  Hello, my Volkswagen dealer informed me that I should replace the timing belt and water pump for my 2014 Tiguan 2.0-liter diesel with 30,000 miles. Can you confirm if this is accurate? Thank you so much.

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• Edward C. Sep 3, 2020

  Make sure to schedule a replacement for the timing belt of the VW Tiguan 2.0 every 80,000 miles.

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• Jeffrey H. May 13, 2021

  The maintenance schedule for the VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI recommends changing the timing belt every 80,000 miles. Neglecting this can result in various engine issues. Problems may include increased oil consumption, potential engine overheating leading to safety hazards, loose gaskets, and spark plug malfunctions. It's crucial to address oil leaks promptly and replace the coolant every 60,000 miles. Additionally, normal spark plugs should be replaced every 100,000 miles, while copper spark plugs should be replaced every 30,000 miles. The air filter should be replaced every 15,000 to 30,000 miles. Note that some TDI models may not have traditional spark plugs.

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• Stephen E. Sep 20, 2022

  That guy James B is either extremely foolish or intentionally causing trouble.

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• JakeT Jun 25, 2022

  My 2018 Tiguan Allspace had its timing belt break at 44,000 miles even though the manufacturer's recommendation was 120,000 miles or 5 years. This led to engine damage since the car was regularly serviced at a VW dealer, and the timing belt was never included in the recommended list of maintenance items. Shouldn't VW be held accountable for potentially misleading customers about the longevity and reliability of their provided timing belt?

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• Mike nissan Jan 13, 2024

  I had an issue with my VW Tiguan where the Timing Belt tensioner failed, leading to the timing belt slipping and causing damage to the engine. VW refused to take responsibility for the problem and declined any goodwill gestures. Some time ago, I had to pay half the cost to replace the Electronic Gearbox control, but VW did not share the cost for this latest repair. Now, I am in a tough situation as I need to replace the engine, but I simply can't afford it.

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• Kam H Oct 23, 2023

  I contacted my Volkswagen dealership today and was informed that my Tiguan 2.0 TDI SEL 4Motion comes with a lifetime warranty for the belt and water pump, valid for 15 years or up to 140,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

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• Sandman8 Jun 30, 2022

  James B is spewing nonsense once more with his unhelpful advice. The timing belt plays a crucial role in synchronizing the engine's functions of induction, compression, power, and exhaust. If the timing belt fails on any car, it can cause serious damage by breaking valves and affecting the cylinder head, possibly leading to valve fragments getting into the pistons and causing the engine to stop working. To simplify, think of the lower end of the engine as the foot, the cylinder head as the hip, and the timing belt as the knee. If the timing belt fails, the repair or replacement cost can be quite significant for the engine. Remember, issues like spark plugs, oil leaks, filters, and gaskets are unrelated to the timing belt.

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