Posted on 6/2/2022
Audi Engine Repair Variable valve timing whereby the timing of the valve lift event is manipulated is found in Audi-Volkswagen engines with the purpose of improving performance while reducing emissions and fuel economy. Our certified Audi engine repair specialists have noticed that timing chains tend to become compromised at 120,000 miles. Timing chains work within precise specifications to allow crankshafts and camshaft to rotate in the proper sequence. Audi models are notorious for requiring timing chain replacement however before we recommend any repair involving timing components, especially on 2.0L engines, we always inspect the following common points of failure. Bearing Bridge, this cover made of die-cast aluminum provides oil to the camshaft and crankshaft adjuster however we've found that there is a fine mesh screen that tends to break. A broken screen allows particles to travel up the oil tube and get stuck in the phaser and/or adjuster setting off timi ... read more