Timing Chain, Camshafts

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Fig 1: Identifying Chain Drive / Timing Chain Assembly Overview

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Camshaft Adjuster, for the Intake Camshaft
- With a sprocket.
- Do not disassemble.
Sprocket, for the Exhaust Camshaft
- Not pressed on the camshaft.
- When removing, press off lightly if necessary.
Cylinder Head
Tensioning Rail
- For chain tensioner.
- Secured to the cylinder block.
- Lubricate before installing the pin.
Double Sprocket
- Securing, refer to TIMING CHAIN, OIL PUMP .
Timing Chain
- Removing:
  -- The procedure is the same as for "Valve Timing, Adjusting". Refer to VALVE TIMING, ADJUSTING .
  
  -- Remove the vacuum pump. Refer to BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM PUMP .
  
  -- Mark the direction of travel.
- Note when installing:
  -- Install in the original direction of rotation.
  
  -- The chain must lie correctly in the tensioning and guide rails.
  
  -- Adjust the valve timing. Refer to VALVE TIMING, ADJUSTING .
Strainer
- Always replace.
Bolt
- 10 Nm
Chain Tensioner
- Secure using the locking pins T03006.
Gasket
- Always replace.
Guide Rail
- Lubricate before installing the pin.
Bolt
- 60 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn.
- Always replace.
Bolt
- 60 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn.
- Always replace.