Crankshaft Axial Play, Measuring

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Dial Gauge Holder VW 387
• Dial Gauge 0-10 mm VAS 6079

Procedure 

Fig 1: Attaching Dial Indicator Together With VW387 Dial Gauge Holder To Cylinder Block And Set Indicator Against Crankshaft Counterweight

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-- Attach the VAS 6079 together with the VW 387 to the cylinder block and set indicator against crankshaft counterweight.

-- Press the crankshaft against the dial gauge by hand and set the gauge to "0".

-- Press the crankshaft off the dial gauge and read the measurement.

Axial clearance: 

• New: 0.07 to 0.23 mm.
• Wear limit: 0.30 mm.