Valve Guides, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Dial gauge holder VW 387
Dial gauge

Test Sequence

-- Install a new valve into the guide. The end of the valve stem must be flush with the guide. Due to the slight difference in stem dimensions, ensure that only an intake valve is used in the intake guide and an exhaust valve in the exhaust guide.

Fig 1: Identifying Check Of Valve Guides

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-- Determine the tilt clearance.

Wear limit: 0.8 mm

If the tilt clearance is exceeded:

-- Replace the cylinder head.