515 posts · Joined 2010. #15 · May 10, 2015. Yes, you need to replace it if its never been done. Age is a factor as much as mileage. You are definitely due for a replacement. The belt itself is often not the problem. The timing belt tensioner bearing tends to wear out and freeze up, which then shreds the belt.
Generally, mileage wise, you'll see them go out on the 2.0t's, at much higher mileage. At the dealership, I would replace stretched timing chains almost always, out of warranty, well past 100,000 miles. The first 2.0t I did a chain on, had 187,000 miles which is like in the mid 200,000kms. The chain is much bigger issue on the 3.8, than the 2.0t.
Timing chain: Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI BlueMotion 4Motion 2016 – 2020: 190 hp: Timing chain: Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI BlueMotion 4Motion 2016 – 2020: 220 hp: Timing chain: Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TSI 4Motion 2016 – 2020: 230 hp: Timing chain: Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI BlueMotion 4Motion 2016 – 2020: 150 hp: 210 000 kilometres That’s what sucks about timing chains, yes if it goes bad it could equal major engine catastrophe, but a timing chain isn’t something that the average joe can take apart and inspect to see if it really is warn. Had a 2001 Chevy impala go 380k miles on original timing chain, then my 2011 Chevy Cruze needed a timing chain at 78k miles. None have set intervals for replacement. Is there a timing belt or chain on a 2010 Hyundai Accent? Due to typical wear and tear, Hyundai advises changing the timing belt in the 2010 Hyundai Accent every 75,000 miles. Has the I30 has a timing belt? Response from CarsGuide The timing belt on the Hyundai i30 from this era is made of rubber and has Yes the 1.6 petrols are chain driven. It seems very strange that a chain woukd have skipped teeth. There is minumal slack once all guides are in place even without the tensioner. Very strange. Are you sure there is nothing else to tell? If your unhappy with the response and treatment from the dealer then you should contact Hyundai Customer Care
Hyundai i30 1.4 petrol fuel filter replacement interval: 60,000 km. Spark plugs. Recommended spark plugs change interval is 75,000 km. Timing chain. There is no manufacturer specified replacement interval for the engine timing chain on Hyundai i30 2016 1.4 petrol, expecting it to last until the engine is overhauled.
