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Hi, I have 03 vw golf (approx 74k miles). My questions are:

1. how many miles should the timing belt replaced? I have not done so.

2. when I back up and brake, the front brake squealed. Does it mean it's time to replace brake pads?

3. when start the car it feels like hesitating (like battery almost died: battery is almost new). why?

4. does sprk plugs replacement included in 75000 maintanance?

5. need suggestions on trusted service centers around Hacienda Heights, CA 91745

Thank you very much.

Submitted: 132 days and 17 hours ago.
Category: VW
Value: $23
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Timing belt according to VWs manint schedule is at 100,000 miles, but I would not wait that long, I recommend you do it at 80,000. I have seen too many fail long before the 100K

The squeak could be a normal item, but it could also mean that the brake pads are worn, you would need to remove the wheels and do a brake inspection to make sure.

on 3. what do you mean it feels like it is hesitating, to start, or while driving

The spark plugs are not included on a 75K service. the plugs should be replaced every 40,000 miles, so you would need to do them at 80K

 

The last question I can not answer, I do not know anyshops in that area.

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