Camshaft axial clearance, checking
- Remove camshafts. See CAMSHAFTS AND CAMSHAFT ADJUSTERS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- Remove lifters.
- Install camshafts in cylinder head without drive chain and secure by tightening bearings caps 2 and 4.
- Attach dial indicator to cylinder head with universal dial indicator bracket VW 387.
- Press camshaft against dial indicator by hand.
- Set dial indicator to -0-.
- Press camshaft away from dial indicator.
- Note reading on gauge:
CAMSHAFT AXIAL CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS
| New | Wear limit |
|---|---|
| 0.05 - 0.15 mm | 0.20 mm |