Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance: Procedure
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-- Attach the :VAS6079 with the :VW387 to the cylinder block and set indicator against crankshaft counterweight.
-- Press the crankshaft against the dial gauge by hand and set the dial gauge to "0".
-- Press the crankshaft off the dial gauge and read the measurement.
Axial Clearance:
- New: 0.070 to 0.231 mm.
- Wear limit: 0.30 mm.