Jetta GLX V6-2.8L (AFP) (2002)
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Tighten bearing covers 2 and 6 in an alternating and crosswise pattern and then finish tightening to 20 Nm.
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Install bearing cover 4 and also tighten to 20 Nm.
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Clean camshaft gear cover at sealing surfaces and at cylinder head.
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Clean old sealant from 3 mm bores in cylinder head gasket.
Note: With the cylinder head installed, the bores in the cylinder head gasket are only partially visible.
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Install camshaft sprockets with camshaft roller chain, adjust timing.
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Fill 3 mm bores in cylinder head gasket with sealant AMV 188 001 02.
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Coat cover sealing surface with AMV 188 001 02.
Note: Make sure that the oil duct sealing O-ring is seated in the cover.
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Install cover, start all fastening screws and lightly tighten by hand.
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Tighten M8 fastening screws to 25 Nm, then tighten M6 fastening screws to 10 Nm.
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Install camshaft roller chain tensioner and tighten to 30 Nm.
Note: After installing new valve lifters, do not start the engine until after about 30 minutes. Hydraulic balancing elements must become properly
seated (otherwise, valves will make contact with the piston).