Its coming up for major service so I was wondering whether I should also get the timing belt changed since the manuals say 'every 5 years' regardless of mileage. Is replacement EVERY 5 years really necessary? It costs €499! Any help is appreciated! Edit: It seems the earlier A3 1.4 TFSI models had a timing chain. PostedAugust 4, 2022. 15 hours ago, Windsorlad said: when should it be replaced. When Should Audi A1 timing chain be replaced? Unless there is a specific fault, the timing chain should be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles. Latest Club Discounts ( See All Discounts) Timing chain. AudiA3 Sportback timing chain replacement can cost between $500-$1500. Compare and book with Australia's largest network of mechanics. Get a free quote today! Theaverage price of a 2017 Audi A3 timing belt replacement can vary depending on location. Get a free detailed estimate for a timing belt replacement in your area from KBB.com Onaverage, the cost for a Audi A3 Timing Belt Replacement is $740 with $408 for parts and $332 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location. Car. Service. Estimate. Anotherthread has reminded me that I need to change the timing chain tensioner on my Audi a3 1.8 TFSI 2009 model. and they will only replace the chain, tensioner and a few other parts as a TimingChain Kit Audi A1 ; A3 ; A4 ; A5 CJS CJX CNP INA TCK83079 Low Price South Africa. Timing Chain Kit Audi A1 ; A3 08- 1.4 Tsi ( Caxa); Vw Polo Vivo 10- 1.4; ( Clpa) ; Vw Polo Vivo 10- 1.6 ; 1.6Gt Price: Sale price R 2,418.00 / Tax included Shipping calculated at checkout Quantity: Add to cart . Pickup available at Modern Auto Parts. ProductDescription. Unfortunately warn and stretched timing chains is something that can happen to the 3.2 V6. In most cases you will have an engine light on and a fault stored for incorrect correlation, this means the timing between the crankshaft and the camshaft is out. It does not take much to get this fault so even a small stretch will 57Gv.