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Hi ,
I have a bone stock 2006 Jetta TDI with 94,000 miles and it is starting to require some maintenance.
I have an on going shuttering issue at higher RPMs. I ordered a fuel filter and with the instructions from this site, will replace that this weekend. I also bought a MAF just in case and will replace that too.
I am past due on the timing belt change so I need to do that next. I was originally going to find someone to take it to, but having found this site I may do the change myself.
Some questions concerning the timing belt change:
1: Do you recommend changing the timing belt for a novice mechanic?
2: Should I buy the Bentley manual for the timing belt change? is available in PDF file online?
3: How long does it take an experienced mechanic to change the timing belt and pump?
4: How long will it take a first timer? (time is not an issue I'm just curious)
5: Likely hood that I will screw up and blow my engine?
6: In the write up there is some kind of engine brace to hold the engine, when you take out a motor mount. Can I use the beam in the garage, or is that some kind of special tool (brace) in the write up?
Thanks for the help,
Rob
I have a bone stock 2006 Jetta TDI with 94,000 miles and it is starting to require some maintenance.
I have an on going shuttering issue at higher RPMs. I ordered a fuel filter and with the instructions from this site, will replace that this weekend. I also bought a MAF just in case and will replace that too.
I am past due on the timing belt change so I need to do that next. I was originally going to find someone to take it to, but having found this site I may do the change myself.
Some questions concerning the timing belt change:
1: Do you recommend changing the timing belt for a novice mechanic?
2: Should I buy the Bentley manual for the timing belt change? is available in PDF file online?
3: How long does it take an experienced mechanic to change the timing belt and pump?
4: How long will it take a first timer? (time is not an issue I'm just curious)
5: Likely hood that I will screw up and blow my engine?
6: In the write up there is some kind of engine brace to hold the engine, when you take out a motor mount. Can I use the beam in the garage, or is that some kind of special tool (brace) in the write up?
Thanks for the help,
Rob