All Audi S5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Audi S5.
Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|
| 2008-2025 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
|---|
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather
conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2025 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2025 Audi S5 engine has a timing chain and is interference.
2025 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L V6 Twin-scroll turbocharged | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2024 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2024 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2024 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2023 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2023 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2023 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2022 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2022 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2022 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2021 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2021 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2021 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2020 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2020 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2020 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2019 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2019 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2019 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
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| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
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The 2018 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2018 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2017 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2017 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2017 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2016 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2016 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2016 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2015 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2015 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2015 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2014 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2014 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2014 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2013 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2013 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2013 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2012 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2012 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2012 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 4.2L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2011 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2011 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2011 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 4.2L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2010 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2010 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2010 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 3.0L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 4.2L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2009 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2009 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2009 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 4.2L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
2008 Audi S5 - Timing Belt Or Chain
The 2008 Audi S5 has a timing chain and an interference engine.
2008 Audi S5 Timing Belt Or Chain| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (miles) |
|---|
| 4.2L | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
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Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to
maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt
failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should
be routinely inspected.
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