Jetta GLX Wagon V6-2.8L (AFP) (2001)
Note: Rotate engine only with chain tensioner installed. Otherwise, the camshaft roller chain will skip.
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Rotate crankshaft two turns in direction of rotation of engine and check valve timing.
With engine installed, cylinder head removed
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Using mounting bolt for vibration damper, align crankshaft with mark for TDC cyl. 1 -arrow-.
If cylinder 1 is correctly at TDC position, it will be possible to see a slot -arrow- on intermediate shaft sprockets.
If the slot is not visible:
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Turn crankshaft one turn in direction of rotation of engine.
Note: If the crankshaft is turned with the cylinder head removed, a second mechanic must guide the camshaft roller chain by hand to prevent
blocking.
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Set both camshafts to TDC of cyl. 1.
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Align camshafts with camshaft guide 3268.
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Prepare cylinder head gasket for assembly.