Planet carrier check measurement

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Insert dial indicator in VW 382/7 measuring bar and place the tip on the small input shaft bolt.

Fig 1: Inserting Dial Indicator In VW 382/7 Measuring Bar

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Move small input shaft up and down and measure axial play on dial indicator.

Specifications:

min. = 0.23 mm (0.0091 in.)
max. = 0.37 mm (0.0146 in.)

NOTE: If the planet carrier has been adjusted with reverse gear brake -B1- and free wheel removed, then install reverse gear brake -B1- before installing planet carrier. See PLANETARY GEARBOX, ASSEMBLING .