Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance
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Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Dial Indicator Holder:VW387
- Dial Indicator - 0-10mm:VAS6079
Procedure
-- Attach the :VAS6079 with the :VW387 to the cylinder block and place it against the 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.