Camshafts, checking axial clearance

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Dial Gauge Holder VW 387

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Dial gauge holder VW 387

Fig 2: Identifying Dial Gauge VAS 6079

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Dial gauge VAS 6079

Work procedure

Perform measurement with guide frame removed.

Fig 3: Securing Dial Gauge Holder VW 387 To Dial Gauge VAS 6079 On Cylinder Head

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Secure dial gauge holder VW 387 to dial gauge VAS 6079 on cylinder head.
Determine axial clearance.

Axial clearance: 0.100 to 0.191 mm.