Crankshaft: Testing and Inspection

Axial clearance

CAUTION: Bearing shells must be reinstalled in their original location and orientation. Always label the bearing shells according to their installed position before removing. Never interchange used bearing shells.





- Attach dial indicator together with VW387 dial indicator holder to oil pump and set indicator against crankshaft counterweight.
- Press crankshaft against dial indicator by hand and set indicator to zero.
- Press crankshaft away from dial indicator.





- Read gauge.

Radial clearance
- Measure radial clearance using Plastigage





- Read clearance.

CAUTION: DO NOT turn the crankshaft or allow it to rotate while measuring with Plastigages in place.