TWINSPARK VARIATOR
Discussion
The 156 2.0 TS I bought recently had a new cambelt fitted before I bought it but the variator was not changed. Problem - despite being in the vehicle design industry for 30+ years, I don't know what a variator is!
What does it do? How does it fail? What are the consequences of failure? My engine makes a continuous 'rushing' noise which could be a dry or worn bearing but might equally be belt noise. It's done 59k miles, 1998 model.
I am loath to book it into a dealer or specialist who will undoubtedly replace everything just to be on the safe side (and I don't blame them for that) but charge me several hundred squids for the privelege.
Help and advice to an ignorant owner please!
What does it do? How does it fail? What are the consequences of failure? My engine makes a continuous 'rushing' noise which could be a dry or worn bearing but might equally be belt noise. It's done 59k miles, 1998 model.
I am loath to book it into a dealer or specialist who will undoubtedly replace everything just to be on the safe side (and I don't blame them for that) but charge me several hundred squids for the privelege.
Help and advice to an ignorant owner please!
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