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    4. : The timing belt of my Audi A3 with 1.6 tdi engine, when should I change it? And how can I do it on my own?

Audi A3 - Video tutorial

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years 2003-2013
Part: Timing belt
Operation: The timing belt of my Audi A3 with 1.6 tdi engine, when should I change it? And how can I do it on my own?

For your Audi A3 with 1.6 TDI engine, it is recommended that the timing belt be replaced after 150,000 km of driving or after 6 years of use. It is recommended not to exceed these parameters in order to avoid serious engine problems. To carry out the operation, we start by removing the engine cover and making space on the engine side where the belt is located in order to have room for maneuver and remove the cover. Now align the marks for setting the pulleys and mark the position of the lower one. Remove the belt tensioner retainer and remove the belt and then the belt tensioner itself. During reassembly, be careful to place it in the correct position.


Posted on 6 August 2022 by ScegliAuto

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How to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo

Let's see in this short and simple guide the instructions that will allow us to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo. First of all we open the front door, on the driver's side, and start pulling the opening lever of the engine hood, in order to open the lock; then let's move to the front of the vehicle and unhook the tab that we find on the central part, above the manufacturer's emblem, as shown in the video. At this point we block the bonnet with the lateral rod; then we accompany the bonnet down to close it again!

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