When to replace timing belt/chain on Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) and does it have a timing belt or chain?

U modelu Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) (1990 – 2003) the timing system depends on the engine: for example 2.5 TDI R5 5-cylinder (65 kW / 75 kW / 111 kW) má Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump. The recommended replacement interval is: 90,000 – 120,000 km / 6 years. Always replace the water pump and coolant together with the timing kit.

How much does a timing kit with water pump cost for Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D)?

The price of a quality OEM-grade timing kit (INA, Contitech, SKF, Bosch) for Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) ranges between 140 – 275 € (complete belt, pulley & water pump kit INA / SKF / Contitech / Bosch).

Engine Timing Belt/Chain & Water Pump Catalog • Years 1990 – 2003

Timing Belt / Chain Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) – When to Replace Timing Belt / Chain & Water Pump?

Complete timing belt / chain replacement interval overview for Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) by engine code. Find out whether your engine uses a dry timing belt, timing chain or belt-in-oil (Wet-Belt).

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Timing Belt / Chain Specs by Engine for Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle T4 (70X / 7D) (8 engines):

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Engine & Codes	Timing Type	Replacement Interval	Water Pump & Notes
2.5 TDI R5 5-cylinder (65 kW / 75 kW / 111 kW) Codes: AJT, ACV, AUF, AXG, AHY	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km / 6 years	ALWAYS replace the timing belt kit together with the water pump and fresh coolant! Coolant: VW TL 774-L
2.5 TDI V6 (110 kW / 114 kW / 120 kW / 132 kW) Codes: AFB, AKN, AYM, BDG, AKE, BAU, BDH	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km / 6 years	ALWAYS replace the timing belt kit together with the water pump and fresh coolant! Coolant: VW TL 774-L
1.9 TDI (66 kW / 90 HP) Codes: AGR, ALH	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km / 6 years	ALWAYS replace the timing belt kit together with the water pump and fresh coolant! Coolant: VW TL 774-L
1.9 TDI (81 kW / 110 HP) Codes: AHF, ASV	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km / 6 years	ALWAYS replace the timing belt kit together with the water pump and fresh coolant! Coolant: VW TL 774-L
1.8 20V (92 kW / 125 HP) Codes: AGN, APG, ADR, APT	Timing Chain (with hydraulic tensioner and guide rails)	130,000 – 200,000 km (replace immediately if cold-start rattle or P0016 correlation code occurs)	Timing chain life is greatly extended by changing engine oil every 10,000 – 15,000 km max! Coolant: VW TL 774-L
1.8 T 20V / RS (110 kW / 132 kW / 150 HP / 180 HP) Codes: AGU, AUM, AUQ, AEB, AWT	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km or 6–7 years (including pulleys and water pump)	Mandatory replacement of timing-belt-driven water pump + fresh coolant Coolant: VW TL 774-L
2.0 MPI (85 kW / 96 kW) Codes: AQY, APK, AZJ, ALT	Toothed Timing Belt + Water Pump	90,000 – 120,000 km or 6–7 years (including pulleys and water pump)	Mandatory replacement of timing-belt-driven water pump + fresh coolant Coolant: VW TL 774-L
2.8 V6 30V (142 kW / 193 HP) Codes: ACK, ALG, AMX, BBG	Timing Chain (with hydraulic tensioner and guide rails)	130,000 – 200,000 km (replace immediately if cold-start rattle or P0016 correlation code occurs)	Timing chain life is greatly extended by changing engine oil every 10,000 – 15,000 km max! Coolant: VW TL 774-L