6-cylinder injection engine (4-valve), mechanics — Removing and installing crankshaft — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan I / SEAT Alhambra (7M)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📐 56 workshop diagrams for AYL

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. For additional hold apply a thin coat of locking fluid "„D 000 600 A2“" to crankshaft/sender wheel contact surfaces.
2. First tighten all new securing bolts lightly by hand.
3. First tighten securing bolt (1) to 10 Nm + 90° (1/4 turn) further. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft) + 90°
4. Then tighten securing bolts (2) to 10 Nm + 90° (1/4 turn) further. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft) + 90°

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