cambelt change intervals for alhambras

[adamrev]

I am currently looking to buy an alhambra diesel for up to £8000. The choice is vast but i think i have nailed it down. The only thing bothering me is the cambelt service intervals. I have read that they are either 40,000 or 80,000 miles depending on age / engine power. Obviously i would like to buy one which will do 80,000 without change but this would also affect what sort of milage i would look to buy. If anyone could let me know what year and power has the 80,000 mile interval i would be eternally grateful. ( i am looking at 2004/2005 models)

 

[Black TDI Turbo]

1.9 tdi engine (regardless of power) general rule is replace 4 years or 40,000 miles with tensioners.

 

[MHig]

Cambelts

Hi,
I have just joined the forums and this thread caught my eye as it was in my mind when buying my Alhambra recently.
Mine has the 130 engine and the belt & tensioner should be replaced every 60k.
However my previous was a VW Sharan with the 115 motor and that needed the belt changed every 40k.
So it is probably best to check the manual when you are looking at a car.

 

[Carcrazy]

I feel you have chosen the best.

It should not be of concern what is the Range of millage is due for service.

I feel the more you maintain the better the performance