Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance: Procedure
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-- Install the :VAS6079 with the :VW387 on the cylinder block as shown.
-- Place the dial gauge against the crankshaft counterweight.
-- Press the crankshaft against the dial gauge by hand and set the dial gauge to "0".
-- Press the crankshaft off the dial gauge and read the measured value.
- Axial play: 0.066 to 0.233 mm.