Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance: Procedure
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-- Secure the Dial Gauge - 0-10 mm VAS 6079 on the cylinder block with the Dial Gauge Holder VW 387 as shown and place it against the crankshaft.
-- Press crankshaft against dial gauge by hand.
-- Set dial gauge to "0".
-- Press crankshaft off dial indicator and read the value.
Axial clearance:
- New: 0.07 to 0.17 mm
- Wear limit: 0.37 mm