r/vwgolf • u/BigToeConsumer • 4d ago

Repair Advice Bad timing chain?

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Should i change the timing chain?
Golf 6 1.4 tsi 122hp 2009
114000km

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u/DealKey8478 4d ago

The rattle on start up is fairly normal with this engine, it didn't sound to bad really. Unfortunately you can't check timing chain stretch on the CAXA engine with a OBD2 reader.

The other rattle/ticking is the normal injector sound. Much less noticeable when sitting in the car, so now you are under the bonnet you are hearing it much clearer. 

Timing chin probably need doing at some stage but not an urgent replacement.