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Camshaft: Testing and Inspection

Camshaft axial clearance, checking

Special tools

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VW 387 Universal dial gauge bracket

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Dial gauge

Note:  

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Check with hydraulic lifters removed and with first and last bearing caps installed.

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Wear limit: max. 0.15 mm 

Camshaft bearing caps, installed position

Note offset.
Before installing camshaft; install bearing caps to determine correct installed position.

Camshaft identification, valve timing

Identification

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