BasicTiming Chain Kit ES#3194414 - This kit had my guides and chains. Note though that one of the guides was defective and didn't line up with the bolt holes. 2018 Audi S4 3.0t - EPL Stage 1 93 09 Audi A4 2.0t Quattro - Automatic - CTS K04 - ECS HFC & 3" downpipe - Integrated Engineering K04 93 Octane Tune - K&N Filter - S Line Costto Replace Audi S4 Timing Chain - Notes Cost estimates are based on industry average productivity levels for the repair and local labor rates charged by experienced TimingChains, Timing Belts & Timing Kits - Volkwagen & Audi. Your cars timing chain or belt system needs to be maintained and running well for optimal performance. It is common for your vehicles timing chain to stretch and for S4(B6 & B7 Platforms) Discussion - Timing chain replacement - I am going to assume the B6 S4 4.2 has a timing chain and not a timing belt. If so, when should it replaced? I have 70k on my 2004 S4 now. Are there instructions on how to do it? Any special tools? Thanks, Chris 3Signs Your Timing Chain is Failing (And Replacement Cost) Timing is the process of synchronizing the camshafts with the crankshaft. This allows the air to enter and exit the engine at a precise time. This also tells the ECU when it should fire each spark plug for optimal combustion. Modern vehicles use timing chains instead of timing belts. Timingchain tensioner, right upper - Part Number: 18264-01183648 (Partsgeek.com) $191.99. 3. RTV Silicone. 1. T40058 – Crankshaft Turning Socket - ebay $19. 2. T40070 – Camshaft Locking Tools - ebay - Audi timing tool set $158 (el paso tools store - made by baumtools) 3. T10035 – Multi-point Socket (12 Point 14mm Socket) - Youryear should have the updated guides. Use a good quality oil (Mobil 1 0-40), adhere to your servicing and preventative maintenance religiously and you won’t have any problems. Although it’s hyped up on here and other times. The percentage of vehicles with failures in relation to cars built is relatively small. Theclosest Audi dealership told me it would cost $10,000, and a local independent shop quoted $6,500. I bought it knowing the timing chain would need to be replaced, seeing online that it should be $2000-$3000, and accepted that extra future maintenance cost. Turns out those figures I found were wrong, as $5000+ is expected for timing chain Ourservice team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST. 1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com. Read FAQ. How much does Timing Chain Replacement cost? Get an estimate instantly. Service, parts, cost & recommendations from YourMechanic. Your definitive guide to TheA4 2.0T FSI is an interference engine (a.k.a. non-clearance engine). If the Audi A4 timing belt fails, the timing belt system that links the cylinder head, camshafts, and crankshaft no longer run in sync. Close tolerance engine designs allow for the cylinder head valves to hit the top side of the pistons. hSsGD.