New Beetle L4-2.0L (AVH) (2005)
Note:
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If the colour code is not stamped or is not legible then use the middle sized (red) bearing shell.
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The lower crankshaft bearing shells are always supplied, as a spare part, with the color code "yellow".
Engine codes BDC, BGD
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When working on the engine, it should be secured with the Holding fixture VW540 and the Spacers VW 540/1 B to the support clamp.
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The balancer shaft gear assembly must be adjusted.
1 - Chain sprocket
2 - Bearing shells 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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For bearing cap without oil groove
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For cylinder block with oil groove
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Do not interchange used bearing shells (mark).
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Classification for ordering spare parts.
3 - 65 Nm plus 1/4 turn (90°)
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Replace
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Threaded along complete length
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Tighten to 65 Nm when measuring radial clearance
4 - Bearing cap
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Bearing cap 1: Belt pulley end
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Bearing cap 3 with recesses for thrust washers
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Bearing shell retaining lugs in cylinder block and bearing caps must align
5 - Bearing shell 3
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For bearing cap without oil groove
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For cylinder block with oil groove
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Do not interchange used bearing shells (mark)
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Classification for ordering spare parts.