Ac/ HEater light & Tming Belt

[Deezel]

The lights of the AC/ Heater are out. They dont work any more. I know its not a fuse issue. Can someone suggest how to fix. and how much the Dealership will charge for this...

Another question: My car has 51500 miles on it (all highway) when shoul the timing belt be replaced and how much woulf it be for the replacement from dealership Please advise


Thanks,
Deezel
Passat 1.8 t 2002
4 cyl

[deleontow]

You can replace the light by simply pulling out the fan switch knob and you will see the light inside, just pull it out and install a new one.

As for the timing belt recomended is 100,000 miles, but I would never let it go that long, look at changing it at 70,000 to 75,000. Cost at the dealer is around $800.00.

David DeLeon, VW Master Technician

Diamond Valley VW, Hemet CA

[mstine]

remember, when replacing the blub in the AC, set the "fan speed" knob to '2' and THEN pull out with a pair of pliers (put a towel between the pliers and the knob so that the pliers dont scratch it.) be careful with the bulb, it busts really easily.

-matt