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Volkswagen Fox Timing Chain Replacement Parts

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Choosing the right used Volkswagen Fox timing chain

Used timing chains vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:

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Fitment questions

Does the Volkswagen Fox even have a timing chain?

No — the Volkswagen Fox sold in the UK (2005–2011) used small-displacement petrol engines (the 1.2 and 1.4) and a 1.4 TDI diesel, all of which use a timing belt, not a timing chain. There is no timing chain fitted to any variant of the Fox. If you need the toothed belt that drives the camshaft on your Fox, search for a timing belt (also called a cam belt) instead.

I've been quoted a timing chain for my Fox — is the seller confused?

Almost certainly, yes. No Fox engine variant used a timing chain, so any listing for a Fox timing chain is likely a mislabelled timing belt or possibly a listing error. Double-check the part description and ask the breaker to confirm the exact part they are offering against your engine code, which you'll find on your V5C or via a VIN check.

What timing component does the Volkswagen Fox actually use?

All Fox variants use a rubber timing belt — the 1.2 petrol, 1.4 petrol, and 1.4 TDI diesel are all cambelt-driven engines. The belt drives the camshaft and, on the diesel, typically the fuel injection pump as well. Search for a timing belt kit for your specific engine code for the correct part.

Could a later Fox have had a chain-driven engine fitted from another VAG model?

It is theoretically possible that a Fox has had an engine swap, but as standard from the factory no Fox left the production line with a chain-driven engine. If your Fox has been modified with a different VAG engine, supply the actual engine code stamped on the block to the breaker so they can identify the correct parts — the badge on the car will be irrelevant in that case.