I have a 2002 Passat B5.5 1.8T AWM engine, and my cam chain tensioner needs to be replaced. I talked to two local shops that I had been before and one of them quoted me 7 hours of labor and the other said 5-6 hours of labor. The DIY below doesn't seem to take that long, especially for an experienced mechanic:
http://www.passatworld.com/forums/61-b5-information-base/215732-how-replace-1-8t-cam-chain-tensioner.html
I am thinking maybe, those mechanics consider taking exhaust cam off, which should require a long time because of timing belt. Am I missing something here? Approximately how many hours of labor should I expect for this job from a mechanic? Thanks.
http://www.passatworld.com/forums/61-b5-information-base/215732-how-replace-1-8t-cam-chain-tensioner.html
I am thinking maybe, those mechanics consider taking exhaust cam off, which should require a long time because of timing belt. Am I missing something here? Approximately how many hours of labor should I expect for this job from a mechanic? Thanks.