Camshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Dial Gauge Holder: VW387
- Dial Gauge - 0-10mm: VAS6079
Procedure
-- Remove the camshaft housing. Refer to CAMSHAFT HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING . (The camshafts remain in the camshaft housing).
-- Secure the : VAS6079 with the : VW387 on the camshaft housing.
-- Press the camshaft against the dial gauge by hand.
-- Set the dial gauge to "0".
-- Press camshaft off the dial gauge and read the value:
- Axial play: 0.100 to 0.191 mm.