Crankshaft Axial Play, Checking

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Dial Gauge Holder VW 387
Dial Gauge 0-10 mm VAS 6079

Test Sequence:

Fig 1: Identifying Dial Indicator Attached Together With VW387 Dial Gauge Holder To Cylinder Block

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-- Install the dial gauge VAS 6079 with the dial gauge holder VW 387 to the cylinder block and set the indicator against the crankshaft counterweight.

-- Press the crankshaft by hand against the dial gauge and set the gauge to "0".

-- Press the crankshaft off the gauge and read the value.

Axial Clearance:

New: 0.07 to 0.23 mm
Wear limit: 0.30 mm