how to set the timing

2000 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA TDI
2,800 MILES • 1.9L • 4 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • MANUAL
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LEON LINKS
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I need information on how to set the timing on my car listed above. the timing belt broke so I need information on how to go about it. please can you assist me?
Feb 14, 2017 at 9:48 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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That is an interference engine so you can bet there is severe internal damage now. You will have to either replace all the bent valves or just look for another engine.
Feb 14, 2017 at 12:14 PM
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