WarPig Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 (edited) What engine is your 2017 Rapid? The water pump wont 'need' changing, it's just sensible to have it done at the same time, but only if it's connected to the cam belt, or if its a big job to get to it. Otherwise it's a gamble, it could last years and years, or fail and them you have to pay the £500+ again. Whilst I've been using Skoda Rainsworth for servicing, that's only because my Yeti came with their warranty and their service plan already paid for, otherwise I would use Auto Tecnic on Amos Rd behind Meadowhall. When I needed the Haldex pump filter cleaning (part of the 4x4 system) , they were the only VW garage in Sheffield that knew about the need for it to be done, and did a good job, even Skoda denied that it needed doing, but it definitely does at 30k miles. But this wont apply to your car. Edited May 9, 2022 by WarPig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevvy Posted May 9, 2022 Share Posted May 9, 2022 (edited) 23 hours ago, Kidorry said: I had a look and it is a rubber belt but I will look to see if it connected to the water pump. The Belt you saw would be the Alternator belt / Power Steering / Air Con Belt. The Timing Belt is under a cover. Edited May 9, 2022 by kevvy text 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidorry Posted May 9, 2022 Author Share Posted May 9, 2022 Called the dealer this morning and the water pump does not need changing at the same time as the cam belt because it is on the other side of the engine to the cam belt. They will let me know if it ever needs changing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sedith Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 On 07/05/2022 at 15:26, Kidorry said: Had a text from the garage where I bought my car from saying I need to change my cam belt because the car is 5 years old. It has only done 21k. When I phoned them they said it should be changed every 5 years. To do the job they want £489-00. I rang a local garage and they said they could do it but they have not got the special tool that is needed for a skoda. He said to buy this tool it would cost about 2k. Is this a rip off or not? https://www.mandttransmissions.co.uk/ Located in Bradway, Sheffield. They did my son's dmf and new clutch for around £800. Can't praise them enough. These guys are top of their game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidorry Posted May 15, 2022 Author Share Posted May 15, 2022 3 hours ago, sedith said: https://www.mandttransmissions.co.uk/ Located in Bradway, Sheffield. They did my son's dmf and new clutch for around £800. Can't praise them enough. These guys are top of their game. Yes but was it a Skoda? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S35_2o21 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 On 07/05/2022 at 15:26, Kidorry said: Had a text from the garage where I bought my car from saying I need to change my cam belt because the car is 5 years old. It has only done 21k. When I phoned them they said it should be changed every 5 years. To do the job they want £489-00. I rang a local garage and they said they could do it but they have not got the special tool that is needed for a skoda. He said to buy this tool it would cost about 2k. Is this a rip off or not? We have a 2017 Seat Leon (VAG group car, so may be similar to a Skoda). It's due it's MOT & service next month. I have a feeling the cambelt is due to be changed but need to check with Seat (no info in the handbook). Steadfast in Chapeltown have quoted me £320. Don't know if this helps or not.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidorry Posted May 16, 2022 Author Share Posted May 16, 2022 I have already booked mine in for it to have the M.O.T and the cambelt changed. I am resigned to paying what they are asking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spilldig Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 Forum guided me here. So I just had the car serviced. It's done 12,500 and they have changed the spark plugs. Now years ago I have driven vehicles 70,000 miles and more and the spark plugs have been good, so just like people's opinions on it? Didn't mention the timing belt though but years ago when we had timing chains I don't recall any bother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carosio Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 Have just adjusted mine on Peugeot 107, just need closing up a few thou (10k from when last replaced) and I can tell the difference in low end torque. 10k I think is the usual recommended change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geared Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 2 hours ago, spilldig said: Forum guided me here. So I just had the car serviced. It's done 12,500 and they have changed the spark plugs. Now years ago I have driven vehicles 70,000 miles and more and the spark plugs have been good, so just like people's opinions on it? Didn't mention the timing belt though but years ago when we had timing chains I don't recall any bother. What does the manual say? Some vehicles have long life plugs in them, good for 60,000 or so. Expensive things as well, so you don't wanna be replacing them if you don't need to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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