Vw timing chain tool

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The most likely cause is a timing chain tensioner failure. Tensioners make sure the chain is tightly wound to the pulleys and gears. If the tensioner fails and the chain becomes loose, the timing of the engine is thrown off. Here's some tell-tale signs of a timing chain problem. The TSBs outlined how to respond to customer complaints about the timing chain.

Many owners were met with accusations of improper oil and filter maintenance. Fed up and facing massive repair bills, the first timing chain lawsuit was filed in May of It placed blame on the tensioner system and said VW should help pay for repairs. Another class-action lawsuit soon followed by 24 plaintiffs in 17 states claiming the timing chains "jump a tooth" in the camshaft.

As the court fees piled up, Volkswagen agreed to settle 7 class-action lawsuits in one combined action in May of Owners and lessees of the vehicles are automatically awarded the extended warranty unless they opted out of the class-action by December 3rd, Note: You can find out which Audi vehicles are involved in the settlement as well.

The deadline for filing a reimbursement claim has now passed. More information is available on TimingChainLitigation. If you've already repaired or replaced the timing chain system, you may be eligible for a reimbursement if the service was done within 10 years or , miles of when the vehicle first entered service. More details on the timing chain reimbursements. Still with me, good? As part of the settlement, VW will reimburse you for expenses related to engine damage.