Touareg V8-4.2L (AXQ) (2006)
Camshaft Oil Seal: Service and Repair
Camshaft Seals, Replacing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Seal remover (3240)
‹› Pulling fixture (3241)
Removing
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Remove toothed belt and camshaft gears --> [ Toothed Belt, Removing, Installing and Tensioning ] See: Timing Components/Timing Belt/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Toothed Belt, Removing, Installing and Tensioning.
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Remove inner portion of seal extractor (3240) several rotations from outer portion and secure with knurled-head bolt.
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Lubricate threaded head of seal extractor, position and with forced pressure install oil seal as far as possible.
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Loosen knurled bolt and turn inner part against camshaft until seal is removed.
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Secure seal remover in a vice at flat spots. Remove seal using pliers
Installing
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Set oil seal in place and press in until stop using thrust sleeve (3241/1) and bolt (3241/6).
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Install toothed belt and camshaft gears --> [ Toothed Belt, Removing, Installing and Tensioning ] See: Timing Components/Timing Belt/Service
and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Toothed Belt, Removing, Installing and Tensioning.