How do can you tell if the timing chain needs to be replaced on a vw golf?

i have a 96 vw golf and the engine is very loud now could it be the timing chains that need to be replaced. what happens when the timing chains start to go and need to be replaced. and do you know how many hours of labor it will take to do?How do can you tell if the timing chain needs to be replaced on a vw golf?Most cars since the middle 1980's have a timing belt it is made of rubber and when these go bad your car won't usually start. If you do change the timing belt make sure you change the water pump at the same time. This will usually save you another large mechanic bill. If it is loud I would check the exhaust system. The exhaust manifold which is attached to the motor, the catalytic converter which is connected to the exhaust pipe or the muffler. Something is causing the loud noise. Also, make sure you change the oil and oil filter. Good luck!How do can you tell if the timing chain needs to be replaced on a vw golf?I have an 06 Jetta 2.5l it has a chain.. 99% of the time a chain valve train system has a self tensioner..it keeps the chain tight.. signs of a loose chain are poor economy mainly.. check with a reputable VW shop or dealer.. if it has a belt be sure to change it at the proper mileage intervals. If it breaks it may ruin the engine..How do can you tell if the timing chain needs to be replaced on a vw golf?You most have a 6 cylinder engine, is the only one with a timing chain. Normally last a long time. Take the car to a vw shop a haave inspected, the noise may be something else.How do can you tell if the timing chain needs to be replaced on a vw golf?
by mileage or it stop cranking and as for price to replace depends on who you call or where you take it and most likely it has a belt