Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Play
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Audi TT and 2008 Audi TT. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Dial Gauge Holder VW 387
- Dial Gauge 0-10 mm VAS 6079
Procedure
-- Attach the VAS 6079 together with VW 387 to cylinder block and set indicator against crankshaft counterweight.
Fig 1: Attaching Dial Indicator Together With VW 387 Dial Gauge Holder To Cylinder Block And Set Indicator Against Crankshaft Counterweight
-- Press crankshaft by hand against gauge and set gauge to "0".
-- Press crankshaft off gauge and read value.
Axial clearance:
- New: 0.07 to 0.23 mm.
- Wear limit: 0.30 mm.