A8L V8-4.2L (BFM) (2004)
Camshaft: Testing and Inspection
Camshaft Axial Clearance, Checking
Camshaft Axial Clearance, Checking
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Dial gauge holder (VW 387)
‹› Dial gauge
Test Sequence
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Remove the camshafts. Refer to one of the following:
‹› => [ Right Camshafts and Adjuster ] See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Right Camshafts and Adjuster.
‹› => [ Left Camshafts and Adjuster ] See: Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Left Camshafts and Adjuster.
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Remove the roller rocker levers. Refer to => [ Roller Rocker Lever ] See: Rocker Arm Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
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Install the camshafts without the chain into the cylinder head and tighten with bearing caps 3, 5 and 7.
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Secure the (VW 387) to the dial gauge on the cylinder head:
Intake Camshaft
Exhaust Camshaft