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1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8L Timing chain
Posted to European Engine on 8/12/2008 11 Replies

This engine has a erratic loud rattle noise that is coming from the timing chain area at back of engine. We have pulled the trans and timing cover but are not visibly finding any problem that would cause noise. There is a tensioner on the lower chain that bolt...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX

VIN 3VWTD81H5W
Engine2.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
AffectedTiming Chain
ConditionsNoisy
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen Jetta GLX

VIN 3VWTD81H5W
Engine2.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
AffectedTiming Chain
ConditionsNoisy