Camshaft axial play, checking
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Audi A4, 2005 Audi A4, 2004 Audi A4, 2003 Audi A4, and 2002 Audi A4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special tools and equipment
- VW387 Dial gauge holder
- Dial gauge
Work sequence
- Remove camshafts. Refer to Camshafts and camshaft adjusters, removing and installing .
- Remove hydraulic valve lifters.
- Insert camshafts into cylinder head and install guide frame.
- Secure dial indicator to cylinder head using VW387 dial gauge holder.
- Press camshaft to be checked against dial indicator by hand.
- Set dial indicator to 0.
- Press crankshaft away from dial indicator.
- Read clearance.
| New | Wear limit |
| 0.08 to 0.16 mm | 0.20 mm |