2007, 37, 42, audi, belt, camshaft, chain, failure, forum, forums, issues, q7, repair, replace, timing. View Next Unread. EU license plate holder Q7. Share. Q7 MK 1 Discussion - Q7 Timing Chain repair anyone - I have a TDI on order, and came across a couple of articles discussing the cost of timing chain repairs. 2) High Oil Consumption @ 96,000 miles (new pistons and rings paid by Audi - result!) 3) This week I've had a major failure. The timing chain tensioner has failed (a £33.60 part - pics attached for interest) causing £4.4K of damage (another Waranty claim) to the engine. Timing Chain Guides. Variable Valve Timing Solenoids. Variable Valve Timing Sprockets. Timing Belt Kits. Timing Belts. Timing Belt Tensioners. Timing Belt Idlers. Timing Chain Kit + Turbocharger Bundle. central convience comfort system module faulty or ghost code. A4 (B9 Platform) Discussion - B9 Timing chain Tool Kit ???? Where - Hello all, About 125,000 Miles Check engine light came on, Car was running a slight bit rough and I could hear a slight click. Took it to the dealer and it turns out I'm needing to do a timing chain replacement on my If it’s the rear main seal or the rear timing cover then it’s an engine out repair and hence the cost. If you are doing that then do the chains and tensioners while the motor is out. Have the rear main done as well if you decide to do the repair. Once the engine is out then the seal is 10 minutes and maybe $20 In general, you should expect to service your Audi every 10,000 miles or once per year. Experience has shown that a minor service including oil, filters, and inspection will cost between $120 and $200, while a major service including transmission services will cost between $200 and $400. Although not tied to a regularly scheduled maintenance Cost at the Mechanic: $1,613 to $1,867. Parts: $659 to $663; Labor: $954 to $1,203; Replacing the timing chain is a complex and time-consuming process that requires partial disassembly of your engine. The timing chain is designed to last the life of the engine. you need to replace the timing belt eventually, But that is completely different. the timing chain is a full engine removal. as long as you keep the right oil in the engine and perform regular oil changes, you shouldn't have to worry about the timing chain. Part brands: Audi. Parts costs: £15 - £18. Labour time: 8+ hours. £918 - £1035. £2340 - £2638. Get exact price. Prices could not be created for 3 models. Show ∨. Estimates on repair costs, such as the above results for a timing belt and water pump replacement, are created by combining data from multiple third-party sources. 2000-2002 Audi S4 (US) B5 chassis. The 2.7 turbo 30 valve V6 engine is driven by a timing belt system that links the cylinder heads, camshafts, and crankshaft to run in sync. This Audi A6, Allroad, or S4 timing belt system consists of a wear-resistant, high strength, corded/molded rubber timing belt (a.k.a. toothed belt). gjcLe.