Measuring axial clearance of camshaft

Special tools and workshop equipment required

• Universal dial gauge holder - VW 387-

• Dial gauge - VAS 6079-

Procedure

• Remove retaining frame.
• Fasten dial gauge - VAS 6079- to retaining frame using universal dial gauge bracket - VW 387- as shown in the illustration.
• Press camshaft against dial gauge by hand.
• Set dial gauge to “0”.
• Press camshaft away from dial gauge and read off value:

Axial clearance of inlet and outlet camshafts:

• Specification: 0.048 to 0.118 mm.
• Wear limit: 0.17 mm.