Valve Guide: Testing and Inspection

Special Tools, Testers And Auxiliary Items
- VW 387 Universal dial gauge bracket
- Dial gauge

Test Sequence





- Insert new valve into guide until end of valve stem is flush with end of guide
Due to slight difference in stem dimensions, ensure that intake valves only are used in intake guides and exhaust valves only in exhaust guides
- Measure rocking distance
Wear limit:
Inlet Valve Guide: 1.00 mm
Exhaust Valve Guide: 1.30 mm