Piston Projection, Measuring At TDC: Notes

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

Measuring Bar :VW382/7 from the Special Socket & Measuring Tools :VW382
Measuring Set - Magnetic Plate - 50mm :VW385/17 from Measuring Set :VW385
Dial Indicator - 0-10mm :VAS6079

NOTE:

Check the piston projection at "TDC" whenever installing a new piston or part of the engine.

If different values occur when measuring the piston projection, use the highest value for cylinder head gasket allocation.

Depending on the piston projection, install the corresponding cylinder head gasket according to the following table.