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Valve control unit: repair > < Removing and installing cylinder head
Compression: check
Compression: check
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
t  Compression recorder -V.A.G 1381- or -V.A.G 1763-
Checking conditions
l  Engine oil temperature, at least 30 °C.
Work sequence
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–  Remove the air filter. To do so, loosen the bolts marked with -arrows-.
  Note!
t  When loosening or tightening the securing bolts with an electric/pneumatic screwdriver, the intake hose threads can be damaged. Therefore, only use an electric/pneumatic screwdriver in the following conditions:
t  Maximum screwdriver revolutions: 200 rpm
t  Maximum tightening torque of 3 Nm
–  Remove the spark plugs.
–  Remove the Hall transmitter connector (ignition distributor).
–  Work with another mechanic fully depressing the accelerator pedal.
–  Check the compression with compression recorder -V.A.G 1381- or -V.A.G 1763-.
  Note!
Operation of the tester is described in its instructions for use.
–  Operate the starter motor until the testing equipment does not mark pressure increase.
Compression values
New: 10 … 15 bar
Wear limit: 7 bar
Allowable difference between all cylinders: 3 bar
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Valve control unit: repair > < Removing and installing cylinder head