Crankshaft: Testing and Inspection

Axial Clearance, Measuring

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Dial Gauge Holder (VW 387)

• Dial Gauge (VAS 6079)

Procedure

- Secure Dial Gauge (VAS 6079) with Dial Gauge Holder (VW 387) to cylinder block as shown in illustration.





- Position dial gauge against crankshaft counterweight.

- Press crankshaft by hand against gauge and set gauge to "0".

- Press crankshaft off gauge and read value.

• Axial clearance: 0.090 to 0.251 mm.