In 1.4L veedub land, the CTHE was the updated replacement that "fixed" the problems with the earlier CAVE engine (sort of the EJ207 in Polo terms).

Cost $8k - is that to them or you? Thought you had warranty?
Worth getting details on what exactly they are going to do with regards to fixing it, e.g. partial/full rebuild, or wrecker used engine.

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