Crankshaft, Measuring Axial Clearance

Special tools and workshop equipment required

NOTE:

There is a risk of damaging the bearing block when removing the crankshaft.

Loosening the crankshaft bearing cap bolts deforms the cylinder block bearing block and causes bearing damage.

Never remove the crankshaft.

Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying VAS 6079 & VW 387

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the : VAS 6079 with the : VW 387 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.