Camshaft adjustment, checking: Notes
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Only vehicles with engine code AWP, AWW
The camshaft adjustment is load and RPM dependent. The electrical valve for camshaft adjustment switches oil pressure onto camshaft adjuster (mechanical adjustment mechanisms), which adjusts the camshaft.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
- Fault Read Out Device V.A.G 1551 or Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System VAS 5051
- Portable multimeter V.A.G 1526C
- Connector test set V.A.G 1594C
- Speed Adjuster Tool V.A.G 1788/10