Measurement Check

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 2005 Volkswagen GTI, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 2004 Volkswagen GTI, and 2003 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Measuring Appliance And Dial Gauge Mounted In Clutch Housing

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Install measuring appliance and dial gauge
Rotate input shaft so that tapered roller bearings settle.
Press input shaft in direction of dial gauge.

Bearing play should be min. 0.065 to max. 0.150 mm