Crankshaft Axial Clearance, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

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

Procedure

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 onto the cylinder block as shown in the illustration.

-- Place the dial gauge against the crankshaft counterweight.

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

-- Press the crankshaft off the dial gauge and read the measurement.

Axial clearance:

New: 0.07 to 0.21 mm

Wear limit: 0.30 mm