Jetta V6-2.8L (BDF) (2002)
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Remove guide rail securing bolts -arrow- and remove guide rail -1-.
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Place camshaft roller chain to side.
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Loosen socket head bolts in sequence given and then remove.
Note: Use tool 3452 for Polydrive cylinder head bolts.
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Carefully lift cylinder head off.
Installing
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Place a clean cloth into cylinders so that no dirt or emery cloth particles can get in between cylinder wall and piston.
Note: Also prevent dirt and emery cloth particles from getting into coolant.
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Carefully clean cylinder head and cylinder block sealing surfaces. Ensure that no scoring or scratches are formed (when using abrasive paper,
grade must not be less than 100).
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Carefully remove metal particles, emery remains and cleaning cloths.
If the piston for No. 1 cylinder is not at TDC:
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Turn crankshaft on vibration damper securing bolt in engine direction of rotation -arrow-.
Note:
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Only remove the new cylinder head gasket from its packing immediately before installing.
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Handle the new gasket with extreme care. Damage will lead to leaks.
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Install new cylinder head gasket. Inscription (Part No.) must be legible.