2026-08-20 · 5 min read
Audi Audi A3 Timing Chain Malaysia
The Audi A3 8V (2013–2020) and 8Y (2021+) use the EA888 TFSI engine family.
A3 Timing Chain
- EA888 Gen 2 (pre-2013): timing chain stretch is a KNOWN issue — cold-start rattle = stretched chain
- EA888 Gen 3/3B (2013+): LOW RISK — improved chain design
- Chain replacement: RM 2,800–4,500 (Gen 2)