If I remember correctly the dealer told me it would cost ~$550.
The timing belt should be replaced every 100,000 miles.
It has a timing belt that should be replaced every 90,000 miles. The water pump should also be replaced as it is driven by the cam belt.
never needs to be replaced
It doesn't have a timing belt. It has a timing chain and it will last the life of the engine.
the manufacture reccomends it be replaced in 90,000 miles
What are the steps to timing a 2001 VW Beetle 2.0?
Timing chain usually needs to be replaced each 180-200K miles.
On average, the timing belt should be replaced every 60,000 to 75,000 miles. While some belts are designed to withstand up to 100,00 miles, it is still best to wait no longer than 80,000 miles of use before a replacement is made.
A loose timing chain should be replaced.
At around 90000km timing belt should be replaced!
The 330xi has a timing change that doesn't need to be replaced.
Timing belts on these cars are usually replaced every 90K; you don't want to have a timing belt go while you are driving... :(