Q: Timing chain
Is it possible for a vehicle machanic to determine if a timing chain needs to be replaced or any other parts associated with this part just by looking at it. The vehicle in question is a 2011 Jetta 5 speed manual transmission. Thanks
My car has 68000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.
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