Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications

Crankshaft

Axial clearance

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.07 to 0.23 mm
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.30 mm

Radial clearance

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.02 to 0.06 mm
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.10 mm

Crankshaft dimensions

Main bearing ..............................................................................................................................................................................  59.958 to 59.978 mm
Connecting rod bearing ..............................................................................................................................................................  53.958 to 53.978 mm

Main Bearing Cap Bolts ..................................................................................................................................................................  30 Nm + 1/2 turn (180°)

Replace
2 x 90° further turns is permitted