Audi Timing Belt Service Interval

What is the recommended timing belt change interval for your Audi model? Has our experience moved us to recommend a different change interval?

Our helpful chart shows the most recent recommend interval.

Using our years of service repair knowledge, what do we recommend? When dealing with crucial timing belt service, err on the side of caution. It is our recommendation to closely inspect all timing belt components before the recommended interval. Play it safe, changing your timing belt may seem expensive. However, choosing to exceed your timing belt service interval is risky and can lead to unknown repair costs that will far exceed typical timing belt replacement service cost.

Audi Timing Belt Intervals for Gasoline Engines

1.8T 20 Valve

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a 2.8L 30 Valve engine is 75,000 miles.

  • 1997-2001 Audi A4 change interval is 75,000 miles for 1.8T B5 chassis
  • 2000-2006 Audi TT change interval is 75,000 miles for 1.8T 8N chassis

2.0T FSI

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a 2.0T FSI engine is 110,000 miles.

  • 2005-2008 Audi A4 change interval is 90,000 to 110,000 miles* for 2.0T FSI B7 chassis
  • 2008-2009 Audi TT change interval is 90,000 to 110,000 miles* for 2.0T FSI 8J chassis
  • 2006-2008 Audi A3 change interval is 90,000 to 110,000 miles* for 2.0T FSI 8P chassis

2.8L 30 Valve

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a 2.8L 30 Valve engine is 75,000 miles.

  • 1998-2001 Audi A4 change interval is 75,000 miles for 2.8L 30V B5 chassis
  • 1998-2001 Audi A6 change interval is 75,000 miles for 2.8L 30V C5 chassis

2.7T 30 Valve

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a 2.7T 30 Valve engine is 75,000 miles.

  • 1999-2004 Audi A6 change interval is 75,000 miles for 2.7T 30V C5 chassis
  • 2001-2005 Audi Allroad change interval is 75,000 miles for 2.7T 30V C5 chassis
  • 2000-2002 Audi S4 change interval is 75,000 miles for 2.7T 30V B5 chassis

3.0L 30 Valve

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a 3.0L 30 Valve engine is 75,000 miles.

  • 2002-2005 Audi A4 change interval is 75,000 miles for 3.0L 30V B6 chassis
  • 2003-2006 Audi A4 Cabriolet change interval is 75,000 miles for 3.0L 30V B6 chassis
  • 2002-2004 Audi A6 change interval is 75,000 miles for 3.0L 30V C6 chassis

V8

The most recent recommend timing belt replacement interval for Audi models with a V8 engine is 75,000 miles.

  • 2000-2004 Audi A6 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 C5 chassis
  • 2002-2003 Audi S6 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 C5 chassis
  • 2002-2003 Audi RS6 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 C5 chassis
  • 2000-2003 Audi A8 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 D2 chassis
  • 2004-2006 Audi A8 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 D3 chassis
  • 2001-2003 Audi S8 change interval is 75,000 miles for V8 D2 chassis

* Even though the recommended interval for a 2.0T FSI engine is 110,000 miles, Blauparts recommends erring on the side of caution and changing its timing belt every 90,000 miles. Why? It is interesting to note that the 2.0T service maintenance schedule calls for a timing belt and tensioner inspection at 60,000, 80,000, and 100,00 miles. The inspection is done by visually inspecting the timing belt and physically spinning and testing the tensioners and idler's bearings for excess play. To properly visually inspect the belt and physically spin the tensioners, the car needs to be in the timing belt service position. Considering the amount of labor just to get the car into service position, it is best to consider the cost savings and perform the complete timing belt service at the same time.

Intended Life-Expectancy of Timing Belt Components

How long do Audi A4 timing belt parts last?

In our own service facility, we've seen a few original timing belts last over 90,000 miles and others ready to break before 75,000 miles. In addition to mileage, there are other factors that age the timing belt and related components. The following are some reasons why you see the difference in how long an Audi timing belt and related components last: (1) un-logged engine idle times and sitting in traffic; (2) warm-up time in cold weather; (3) environmental climate factors; (4) related engine maintenance that may have been overlooked.

Keys to the Long Life of Your New Timing Belt Components After Timing Belt Replacement

Make your new parts last! You can expect your new BLAU INA OEM components to last the specified mileage interval if the following important steps were taken:

1) Timing belt service was performed using the same timing belt and timing belt tensioner that is supplied to VAG, which is engineered to meet the specified interval requirements.

2) Timing belt service was performed by an experienced competent ASE-certified Audi mechanic who is familiar with your specific engine.

3) Factory service procedures must be strictly followed. Even if installing the best parts, using improper procedures can shorten their lifespan. Incorrect installation or missteps during timing belt service are often done without intent and aren't noticed until further down the road. Fortunately, some common mishaps are noticed after reassembly and during the final engine rotational timing sequences.