1.2 TDI CR engine (EA189) · Crankshaft group · Pistons and conrods

Measuring piston projection at “TDC”

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  • Measuring bridge -VW 382/7- from measuring tool - VW 382-
  • Measuring plate -VW 385/17- from universal measuring tool - VW 385-
  • Dial gauge - VAS 6079-

Procedure

  • Secure dial gauge - VAS 6079- with measuring bridge - VW 382/7- and measuring plate -VW 385/17- to cylinder block as shown in the illustration.
  • Measure the projection of each piston at the two points marked with -arrows- (at the rear side and front side of the piston seen in the longitudinal direction of the engine).
  • Install the appropriate cylinder head gasket depending upon piston projection, according to following table:
Piston projection over upper edge of cylinder block mmIdentification (No. of holes)
0.91 … 1.001
1.01 … 1.102
1.11 … 1.203

Cylinder head gasket identification

  • 1 Part number
  • 2 Holes
  • 3 Ignore