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Engineered to enhance performance and protect against oil pulsations.
The Dorman Timing Cover is designed specifically for certain Audi and Volkswagen vehicles equipped with 2.0 liter engines. This cover addresses common issues associated with the original equipment camshaft bridge cover, particularly the failure of the mesh screen oil filter due to oil circuit pulsations. Such failures can lead to engine oil starvation, reduced power, and potential stalling. Unlike the factory design, which utilizes a multi-piece plastic housing, this cover features a robust one-piece stainless steel housing with a laser-welded mesh screen, significantly improving durability and reliability.
The upgraded design of the Dorman Timing Cover includes a mesh screen that boasts three times the tensile strength of the original filter, ensuring it can withstand extreme engine conditions while effectively capturing harmful debris. This innovative solution mitigates the adverse effects of oil pressure pulsations, providing essential protection for the engine's lubrication system. By eliminating the risk of clogging and breakage, this timing cover enhances overall engine performance and longevity.
In addition to its superior construction, the Dorman Timing Cover has been rigorously tested under conditions simulating extreme engine temperatures, confirming its capability to maintain integrity and performance. This product is engineered to meet the specific needs of Audi and Volkswagen engines, ensuring optimal operation and reducing the likelihood of future failures due to unfiltered contaminants.
Features
- Better Fix: This Engine Timing Cover Features A Redesigned Oil Filter That Resists Clogging And Breakage To Better Protect The Engine From Harmful Oil Pulsations And Oil Contaminants
- Upgraded Materials: The Integrated Filter Is A One-Piece Stainless Steel Housing With The Mesh Screen Laser-Welded Into Place, Rather Than The Factory's Multi-Piece Plastic Design
- Fully Tested: In Hot Oil Immersion Tests Simulating Extreme Engine Temperatures, The Mesh Screen In The Upgraded Filter Tested To 3X The Tensile Strength Of The Original Screen
- Ensures Performance: Engineered To Help Ensure Optimal Engine Performance And Component Protection While Reducing The Potential For Future Failures
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Dorman
- Manufacturer Part Number: 635-050
- Type: OEM
- Finish: Natural
- Color: Silver
- Material: Steel
- Includes Timing Pointer: No
- Includes Gaskets: Yes
- Includes Bolts/Studs: No
Compatibility / Fit
- 2008-2008 Audi A3
- 2008-2013 Audi A3 Quattro
- 2008-2016 Audi A4
- 2008-2016 Audi A4 Quattro
- 2010-2014 Audi A5
- 2010-2016 Audi A5 Quattro
- 2011-2014 Audi A6
- 2013-2014 Audi A6 Quattro
- 2015-2018 Audi Q3
- 2015-2018 Audi Q3 Quattro
- 2010-2017 Audi Q5
- 2008-2009 Audi TT
- 2009-2014 Audi TT Quattro
- 2009-2014 Audi TTS Quattro
- 2012-2016 Volkswagen Beetle
- 2012-2017 Volkswagen CC
- 2009-2016 Volkswagen Eos
- 2010-2015 Volkswagen Golf
- 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf R
- 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf R
- 2015-2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
- 2006-2014 Volkswagen Jetta
- 2009-2010 Volkswagen Passat
- 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat
- 2009-2020 Volkswagen Tiguan
- 2017-2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited
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Shipping & Returns
- This product ships within the continental USA only.
- This product typically ships within 1 to 3 business days.
- Returns are accepted within 30 days for items in like-new condition. For complete details, please see our return policy.
