Volkswagen Tiguan Timing Belt or Chain (2009-2026)

The Volkswagen Tiguan engines have timing chains and are interference engines.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Volkswagen Tiguan.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2026 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2023 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2021 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2020 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2015 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2014 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2013 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2011 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2010 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

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.