I've been told that because of the way the engine compartment is designed, the entire front clip of the car must come off before you can change the timing belt. The dealer wants 7-800 dollars to do it, which is probably why you are researching how to do it yourself. I'd say this is not a home project!
In a 2002 Volkswagen Passat the 2.8 litre V6 engine has a timing BELT
You should change the timing belt on the 2003 passat v6 after 100,000 miles is reached.
$0 It does a VR6 has no timing belt. Rick
change the timeing belt every 105000 kms on 1999 passat 6 cylinder 2.8 engine
VX recommends replacing the timing belt between 80k and 100K VX recommends replacing the timing belt between 80k and 100K
Timing Belt.
when should I change the cam belt on a 2002 VW Passat 1.8S with 48000 on the clock
The manual states at 90,000 miles. How do I change a timing belt for a 2002 acura rl?
100,000 miles and no later. Jeff.
http://phatcat_ed.tripod.com/V6.htm
I have a 2004 Passat Diesel and it cost £160 for the replacemnt belt from a VW approved garage.
vw's are typically at 60k